Crook County, Oregon

General

The Crook County Wolf Committee will first approve its November 3, 2025 board minutes. It will then receive updates on local wolf activity, depredation and mitigation funding, and ODA funding. The meeting will conclude with a review of applications for newly open committee positions.

• Approve November 3, 2025 committee board minutes
• Local wolf update
• Depredation and mitigation funds update
• ODA funds update
• Review applications for open committee positions

General

The Crook County Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing to consider initiating revocation or modification proceedings for conditional use permits related to aggregate mining. The hearing concerns properties located at 4755 NW Stahancyk Ln and 6487 NW Lamonta Rd.

• Public hearing on record number 217-26-000166-PLNG regarding aggregate mining conditional use at 4755 NW Stahancyk Ln and 6487 NW Lamonta Rd

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Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use application to operate aggregate mining on an existing resource site. The property is located at 2220 NW Remington Ranch Dr., Redmond, and zoned Exclusive Farm Use (EFU-2 and EFU-3). The commission will also consider applicants for the Public Advisory Committee and receive Community Development updates.

• Public hearing for conditional use 217-25-000354-PLNG: aggregate mining at 2220 NW Remington Ranch Dr., Redmond (taxlot 1414290000203), zoned EFU-2/EFU-3
• Consent agenda: approval of meeting minutes
• Consideration of Public Advisory Committee applicants
• Community Development Department updates

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The Crook County Board of Commissioners will discuss a local option tax levy for the Bowman Museum, evaluate the Secure Rural Schools (Title III) allocation elections, and review a contract to purchase asphalt from Tri County Paving for the Juniper Heights development project. Additional topics include the scope of a commercial solar moratorium, a June 2026 community development update, and direction for the county’s public newsletter.

• Bowman Museum Local Option Tax Levy
• Secure Rural Schools (Title III) Allocation Elections
• Purchase of Asphalt from Tri County Paving, LLC for Juniper Heights Development Project
• Scope of Commercial Solar Moratorium
• Community Development June 2026 Update

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Fair Board

The Crook County Fair Board will hold its regular meeting, approve the minutes from the prior meeting, and discuss a memorandum of understanding for use of Crook County Parks and Recreation facilities. The agenda also includes board, staff, financial, and manager reports.

• Approve minutes from the previous meeting
• Discussion of Crook County Parks and Rec Facilities Use MOU
• Board reports
• Staff reports
• Financial reports

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session with a consent agenda including approval of an amended intergovernmental agreement for financing public health services. Discussion items include the June 2026 treasurer's report and a request to sign an IGA with the Oregon Water Resources Department for an assistant watermaster. No executive session is scheduled.

• Approval of Amended & Restated 2025-2027 IGA for Financing of Public Health Services (Agreement #185807-9)
• Treasurer's Report for June 2026 presented by Finance Director Christina Haron
• Signature request for IGA with Oregon Water Resources Department for Assistant Watermaster
• Consent agenda includes approval of minutes and routine contracts

The Board approved the consent agenda, including the minutes and the amended public‑health financing agreement, by a 2‑0 vote. It also approved the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Oregon Water Resources Department for Assistant Watermaster services at the existing $46,250 annual contribution, also by a 2‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes) – vote 2-0
• Approved IGA with Oregon Water Resources Dept for Assistant Watermaster services – vote 2-0
• Adjourned meeting – vote 2-0

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider approving a county comments letter regarding proposed OMB grant administration rule changes (Docket No. OMB-2026-0034). The agenda also includes a manager report and commissioner updates. No executive session is scheduled. Public comment is limited to 5 minutes per speaker.

• Consider approval of county comments letter on proposed OMB grant administration rule changes (Docket No. OMB-2026-0034)

The Board approved a comment letter concerning proposed OMB grant administration rule changes. The letter addresses concerns regarding federal authority over grants and compliance standards for rural counties.

• Approved county comments on proposed OMB grant administration rule changes (3-0)
• Approved correction to change 'three areas' to 'five areas' in the comment letter (3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Crook County Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on July 9, 2026. The board is expected to consider a nomination for the Board of Trustee position, review Oregon Government Ethics Law, and discuss the Board of Trustee job description. The meeting will also include director and Friends of the Library reports, a financials/statistics review, and routine consent items. No significant policy changes or fiscal actions are on the agenda.

• Board of Trustee Nomination — continuing business to fill a vacancy
• Oregon Government Ethics Law review — new business item
• Board of Trustee Job Description discussion — new business item
• Director's report and Friends of the Library report
• Financials/Statistics Review

Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC)

The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes. Agency reports covered Forest Service timber sales, fire rehabilitation funding, BLM hiring, and invasive plant management.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several administrative and public service items. The board is considering the approval of an amended public health services financing agreement.

• Amended & Restated 2025-2027 IGA for the Financing of Public Health Services Agreement #185807-9
• Library Code of Conduct
• Oregon Living with Fire Update
• Comments on Proposed Rule – Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance; 2 CFR Part 200 (Docket OMB-2026-0034)

The board voted unanimously to temporarily suspend two paragraphs of the Crook County Library Code of Conduct that address misconduct and photography while staff seek legal review, ensuring library rules comply with constitutional protections during the revision process. An updated public health funding agreement was placed on the July 15 consent agenda for approval. Commissioners also discussed proposed federal grant rule changes that could affect $6.5 million in annual county services and scheduled a special meeting on July 10 to draft a response letter.

• Suspended paragraphs 3 and 8 of the Library Code of Conduct (3-0)
• Placed amended public health funding agreement on July 15 consent agenda
• Scheduled special meeting for July 10 to finalize federal grant rule comments

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The Crook County Board of Commissioners will hold a special session to consider adopting a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2025-26, approve the Pinecrest Ridge subdivision plat, and delegate authority for FAA airport grants. The consent agenda includes orders for wildfire season delegation, road district board appointments, and grant termination.

• Supplemental Budget Hearing – Resolution 2026-28 adopting a supplemental budget for Crook County FY2025-26
• Pinecrest Ridge Subdivision Plat Signing
• Order No. 2026-29 Delegation of Authority for the 2026-2027 Wildfire Season
• Order No. 2026-30 Appointing Members to the Prineville Lake Acres Unit 1 Road District Board
• Consider Order 2026-31 delegation to execute FAA Grant Nos. 3-41-0051-024-2026 and 3-41-0051-025-2026 for airport development funding

The Board approved the final phase of the Pinecrest Ridge subdivision and a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2025-26. Additionally, the Board authorized two FAA grants for airport development and delegated authority to execute them.

• Approved consent agenda including wildfire delegation and road district appointments (2-0)
• Approved Pinecrest Ridge subdivision plat signing (2-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-28 adopting a supplemental budget for FY25-26 (2-0)
• Passed Order 2026-31 delegating authority to execute FAA grants (2-0)
• Authorized Federal Grant Nos. 3-41-0051-024-2026 and 3-41-0051-025-2026 (2-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners holds a work session to discuss several items, including a request to terminate a library grant, options for renewing the county's Title VI Plan, a draft letter on BLM grazing rule updates, and a reconsideration of the pause on Goal 5 wildlife inventory as it relates to solar development. No formal votes are scheduled; the session is for deliberation and staff updates.

• Request for mutual termination of Grant No. IMP-LL-001 for the library
• Discuss options for renewing Crook County Title VI Plan
• Review draft letter for BLM Grazing Rule Update
• Reconsideration of Goal 5 Wildlife Inventory Pause related to solar projects
• Community Development Monthly Update for May 2026 and Budget in Brief FY27

Planning Commission

The Crook County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to expand mining operations by 4.1 acres at 15334 NW O'Neil Hwy. The consent agenda includes a final plat for the Pinecrest Subdivision, a 10-lot rural residential subdivision on 57 acres at 2680 NW Pinecrest Drive. Other business includes community development updates.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit (Record No. 217-25-000406-PLNG) for aggregate mining expansion of 4.1 acres at 15334 NW O'Neil Hwy, Redmond, OR
• Consent agenda: Final plat for Pinecrest Subdivision (Record No. 217-24-000166-PLNG) — 10 lots on 57 acres at 2680 NW Pinecrest Drive
• Community Development Updates under Other Business

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss employee pay adjustments and the adoption of the Core Services Final Report. The meeting includes reviews of wildland fire resource processes and the signing of a subdivision plat.

• Recommended Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for FY2027 Non-Represented Employees
• Grandridge Subdivision 2 Phase 3 Plat Signing
• Adoption of Crook County Core Services Final Report
• PrineTime Internet Service Agreement
• Appointment of applicants for Prineville Lakes Acres 1 (PLA-1) Road District governing board

Fair Board

The Crook County Fair Board will approve the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting. The board will receive a Funding Committee update and an update on the Fairgrounds Bathroom Project. Additional reports from the board, staff, finance and management will be presented. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2026.

• Approve May 18, 2026 minutes
• Funding Committee update
• Fairgrounds Bathroom Project update
• Board, staff, financial and managers reports
• Set next regular meeting date: July 20, 2026

The Crook County Fair Board approved the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting with a unanimous vote. The board then voted to adjourn the June 15, 2026 meeting, also unanimously. No other motions were decided during this session.

• Approved May 18, 2026 Fair Board meeting minutes (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Adjourned the June 15, 2026 meeting (6 Yes, 0 No)

Library Board of Trustees

The Crook County Library Board of Trustees will meet on June 11, 2026. Items include appointment of Alexis Webb as a new board member, discussion of an upcoming board vacancy, and a proposed update to the Patron Code of Conduct Policy. Routine reports and April financials are also on the agenda.

• Appointment of Alexis Webb to fill board vacancy
• Discussion of upcoming board vacancy
• Patron Code of Conduct Policy update
• Review of April financials
• Director's report

Local Public Safety Coordinating Council (LPSCC)

The Crook County Local Public Safety Coordinating Council will elect a chair and vice chair, approve previous meeting minutes, and receive updates from community partners. The meeting is largely procedural with no substantive policy decisions or funding items on the agenda.

• Election of chair and vice chair for the council
• Approval of prior meeting minutes
• Community partner updates

Board of Commissioners

The board will discuss and potentially approve a successor contract with PacificSource for the Coordinated Care Organization (CCO), which manages Medicaid services. Other notable items include signature requests for FLAP grant applications on three county roads, a PrineTime Internet Service Agreement, and an intergovernmental agreement with Multnomah ESD for Medicaid administrative claiming. The board will also consider a school district MOU on shelter use and FY26 fairgrounds personnel changes.

• Presentation and possible approval of PacificSource CCO successor contracts
• Signature request for FLAP grant applications for Puett Road, Mill Creek/Reservoir Road, and Willard Road
• PrineTime Internet Service Agreement
• IGA with Multnomah Education Service District for Medicaid Administrative Claiming
• Review of Crook County School District MOU for shelter use

The Board approved three federal grant applications for transportation projects totaling approximately $14.9 million. They also awarded a $662,250 contract to 4R Equipment LLC for pit crushing operations. Other items were directed to the June 17th consent agenda for formal approval.

• Approved three federal grant applications for Mill Creek Road, Puett Road Bridge, and Reservoir Road (3-0)
• Awarded contract to 4R Equipment LLC for pit crushing operations (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Crook County Planning Commission is meeting to consider final plats for two subdivisions and a final decision for a third. The body will also discuss approval authorities for private burials and home occupations, alongside a Goal 5 update.

• Final Plat - Grandridge 2 - Phase 3 (217-23-001387-PLNG)
• Final Plat - Pinecrest Subdivision (217-24-000166-PLNG)
• Final Decision for signature - Hidden Canyon Phase 1 (217-25-000282-PLNG)
• Private Burials Approval Authority
• Home Occupation Review Authority

Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC)

The Crook County Natural Resources Advisory Committee will receive a subcommittee update on the BLM Grazing Rule review and discuss the matter. They will also hear a planning update on Crook County Goal 5 (Natural Resources) from Community Development Director John Eisler. The meeting includes agency updates from federal and state agencies, public comment, and consideration of prior meeting minutes.

• Subcommittee update on BLM Grazing Rule review and discussion (Mike Lunn, chair)
• Crook County Goal 5 planning update – NRAC participation (John Eisler)
• Agency updates from FS, BLM, OSP, ODFW
• Minutes review and acceptance
• Public comment period

The committee reviewed draft responses to proposed BLM grazing regulations and discussed the upcoming update to County Goal 5. Discussions included US Forest Service project updates, BLM land access, and fire rehabilitation efforts.

• Approved May 13, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 28, 2026, Grazing Rules subcommittee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved June 3, 2026, Grazing Rules subcommittee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:55 p.m.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public budget hearings for the general county budget and the Agricultural Extension Service District for fiscal year 2027. They will also consider a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2025-26 and discuss a potential moratorium on commercial photovoltaics.

• Resolution 2026-22: Adopting the Crook County Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
• Order 2026-24: Adopting the Crook County Agricultural Extension Service District budget for fiscal year 2027
• Resolution 2026-23: Adopting a Supplemental Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-26
• Discussion on process and standards for a potential temporary commercial photovoltaic moratorium
• Review of Transfer Agreement for furniture, fixtures, and equipment at the Crook County Justice Center

The commissioners approved the Crook County fiscal year 2027 budget of $139.3 million, maintaining the permanent tax rate of $3.8702 per $1,000 of assessed value. They also approved the combined tax levy of 4.1141 per $1,000 for 2027, including the museum levy and debt service levy. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0). The Core Services Final Report was removed from the agenda and postponed.

• Adopted FY 2027 budget of $139,305,000 (3-0)
• Approved permanent tax rate levy of $3.8702 per $1,000 assessed value (3-0)
• Approved museum levy of $0.0600 per $1,000 assessed value (3-0)
• Approved debt service levy of $0.1839 per $1,000 assessed value (3-0)
• Combined total estimated tax rate set at 4.1141 per $1,000 assessed value (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items including minutes and library board appointment (3-0)
• Adopted Agricultural Extension Service District FY 2027 budget of $852,000 (3-0)
• Adopted supplemental budget adjustments: $242,000 increase to School Fund and $136,000 increase to Fairgrounds Fund (3-0)

Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC)

The Natural Resources Advisory Committee is reviewing a proposal from the Bureau of Land Management to update livestock grazing regulations. The proposed rule aims to streamline administration, expand rangeland health standards, and increase flexibility for ranchers.

• Proposed expansion of grazing permit eligibility to include beginning ranchers with less than 10 years of experience
• Proposed removal of the water quality fundamental from grazing regulations
• Proposed aggregate billing for grazing fees for permits with 50 or fewer Animal Unit Months per year
• Proposed 21-day flexibility window for turnout and grazing dates
• Public comment period open until July 13, 2026

The Natural Resources Advisory Committee met on June 3, 2026 to review the BLM grazing rule draft. Members expressed concerns about limiting public participation in NEPA, water‑quality language, and coordination with state and local agencies. The committee indicated support for maintaining County coordination, an active permittee role, and discussed expanding grazing periods and reviewing the County’s Natural Resources Policy. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were taken; the subcommittee will continue drafting a response letter for the next full committee meeting.

Road Agency

The Crook County Road Agency Board will hold a public hearing to consider adopting its budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 via Order 2026-01. The consent agenda includes approval of the April 21, 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public Budget Hearing — Order 2026-01 to adopt the Crook County Road Agency budget for fiscal year 2026-2027
• Approve meeting minutes from April 21, 2026

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Communith Health Advisory Council (CHAC)

The Community Health Advisory Council will discuss the Rural Health Transformation Program, receive updates on Best Care leadership and a contract change, and review a workplan to present to the Board of Commissioners. The meeting also includes a staff report on summer events and fair access. No public comment period is scheduled.

• Rural Health Transformation Program discussion led by Camille Day
• Best Care Updates: leadership change and PSCS contract update (Angela Cumming)
• Workplan review and identification of next steps for Board of Commissioners presentation
• Staff announcement: Summer Events and Fair Access Plan Report
• Future topic: OHSU guest presentation at August meeting

Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC)

The Bureau of Land Management is proposing to revise federal grazing regulations, including a new part for land health management and updated procedures for administrative appeals. The public is invited to comment on the rule by July 13, 2026.

• Proposed rule to revise grazing administration regulations
• New part 1700 for land health management
• Updated procedures for administrative appeals to OHA
• Comments due by July 13, 2026
• Public Land Council v. Babbitt legal challenges cited

The Natural Resources Advisory Committee reviewed the BLM's proposed grazing rule published in the Federal Register on May 12, 2026. Members expressed support for the notification requirement for unauthorized use and favored the landscape‑scale assessment change, but no formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The discussion was recessed to the next meeting on June 3, 2026.

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Board of Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss a trustee appointment and a health authority agreement. The meeting also includes a monthly update from the Community Development department.

• Recommendation for the appointment of Alexis Webb to the Library Board of Trustees
• Consideration of Amendment 8 to the Oregon Health Authority 2025-2027 Intergovernmental Agreement
• Community Development Monthly Update for April 2026

The Crook County Board of Commissioners held a work session on May 27, 2026. No formal actions were taken on the library board appointment or the health‑authority amendment; both were slated for future consent‑agenda consideration. The session was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)
• Library Board appointment recommendation for Alexis Webb placed on future consent agenda
• Amendment 8 to Oregon Health Authority agreement placed on consent agenda for next week

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear public comments, adopt the consent agenda that includes the Pinecrest Subdivision final plat, and conduct a public hearing on a proposed Phase 1 subdivision of the Hidden Canyon destination resort at 18550 SW Alfalfa Rd in Powell Butte. The meeting also provides community development updates.

• Consent agenda: Pinecrest Subdivision Final Plat (Record 217-24-000166-PLNG)
• Public hearing: Record 217-25-000282-PLNG – Phase 1 subdivision of Hidden Canyon resort, 18550 SW Alfalfa Rd, approx. 159.87 acres
• Community Development Updates

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY2027 fee schedule and is considering a rate increase for the solid waste franchisee (Order 2026-21). Other discussion items include a Housing Works presentation, a funding agreement amendment, a traffic control plan, and a public records policy. A second public hearing on a comprehensive plan amendment (Ordinance 358) is also scheduled.

• Order No. 2026-21 approving increase to solid waste franchise rates
• Public hearing on approval of Fee Schedule for FY2027
• Housing Works presentation on affordable housing initiatives
• Public hearing on Social Gathering Permit for June 13–14, 2026
• Second public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Ordinance 358, Record No. 217-25-000400-PLNG)

The Crook County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, an amendment to the CMHP funding agreement, a traffic control safety plan, an updated public records request policy, and the FY2027 fee schedule. All motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote. No public testimony was received on the fee schedule. The board discussed affordable housing needs but took no formal action.

• Accepted consent agenda (including aircraft hangar lease items) – passed 3-0
• Approved Amendment 1 to CMHP funding agreement #054285 – passed 3-0
• Approved traffic control safety plan for road crossing event – passed 3-0
• Adopted updated public records request policy (order 2026-17) – passed 3-0
• Approved FY2027 fee schedule (order 2026-20) – passed 3-0

Vector Control District

The Crook County Vector Control District Budget Committee will hold a public hearing on May 19, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. in the Sage Room of the Crook County Library. The committee will consider adjusting and approving the district manager’s contract, appointing budget committee members, and reviewing and approving the proposed budget for the fiscal year July 1 2026 to June 30 2027. The meeting is open to the public and includes a period for public comment.

• Review, adjust, and approve CCVCD Manager contract
• Appoint Budget Committee members
• Review and approve proposed budget for FY 2026‑27
• Public comment period
• Good of the Order

Road Agency

The Crook County Road Agency Budget Committee will meet to appoint a chair and vice chair, review the budget message, and discuss the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Appointment of Budget Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation of the Budget Message
• Presentation of Proposed Budget
• Budget Committee Discussion & Decision

Fair Board

The Fair Board will meet to discuss updates regarding the Fairgrounds bathroom project and a pavilion tent. The meeting also includes updates from the funding committee and financial reports.

• Pavillion Tent Discussion
• Fairgrounds Bathroom Project Updates
• Funding Committee Updates

Library Board of Trustees

The Crook County Library Board of Trustees will consider appointing a Library Manager and nominating a candidate to fill a board vacancy. They will also discuss an update to the Meeting Room Policy and review February Library Fund financials. The public may attend in person or via Zoom.

• Appointment of Library Manager (new business)
• Board Vacancy Nomination (new business)
• Meeting Room Policy Update (continuing business)
• February Library Fund financial review (financials/statistics)
• Approval of meeting minutes (consent agenda)

The board heard public comments about the energy resilience plan and the summer reading program. The director reported on library card sign‑ups, summer reading benefits, emergency‑planning partnerships, and possible spending on a new sound system and flooring for the Broughton room. Discussion continued on the meeting‑room policy, including disposition of old tables, and on nominations for the library manager position. No votes, approvals, or other formal actions were recorded in the minutes.

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will discuss a potential moratorium on solar development applications and review a draft ordinance updating the outdoor burning code. They will also consider a new aircraft hangar land lease, termination of an existing lease, and proposed changes to the FY27 fee schedule. Other items include the treasurer's report, a public records request policy, and a landfill update for Q1 2026.

• Discussion of potential moratorium on solar development applications
• Draft Ordinance 359 to update outdoor burning code
• Request approval for new aircraft hangar land lease at the airport
• Request approval for termination of an aircraft hangar land lease
• Review proposed changes to FY27 fee schedule

The commissioners placed the new aircraft hangar lease and its termination on the consent agenda pending further coordination. No action was taken on the draft outdoor‑burning ordinance, postponing it to a later public hearing. Staff were instructed to analyze a potential moratorium on large‑scale solar projects and report back. The revised Public Records Request Policy was agreed to be discussed at the next regular board meeting.

• Placed new aircraft hangar lease and termination on consent agenda (pending further coordination)
• Postponed draft outdoor burning ordinance – no action taken
• Directed staff to conduct analysis of a possible solar development moratorium
• Agreed to bring revised Public Records Request Policy to next regular meeting for discussion

Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC)

The Natural Resources Advisory Committee will review minutes and receive updates from the Ochoco National Forest and Deschutes Land Trust regarding reforestation and river easements.

• Review and acceptance of committee minutes
• Ochoco NF Reforestation and Disaster Recovery update
• Deschutes Land Trust Crooked River Easements presentation
• Agency updates from FS, BLM, OSP, and ODFW
• Public comment period

The committee approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. It established a subcommittee to review the BLM proposed grazing rule changes, appointing Mike Lunn as chair with members Melinda Kestler, Cliff Kiser, and Laura York. The subcommittee will set its first meeting date and notify the public. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Created subcommittee to review BLM grazing rule changes; appointed Mike Lunn chair and members Melinda Kestler, Cliff Kiser, Laura York
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

General

The Crook County Budget Committee will meet to review the proposed county budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The agenda includes a budget message, department presentations, and public comment. No specific financial figures, rezonings, or contracts are listed; the meeting focuses solely on the budget review process.

• Review of proposed county budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, with presentations from General Fund, Internal Service, Assessor, Clerk, Juvenile, DA, Sheriff, Library, Museum, Fairgrounds, Health & Human Services, Veterans, Road, Community Development, Landfill, Airport, Weed Control, and other funds.

Ag Extension Advisory Committee

The committee will appoint three members to a Budget Committee and hold a public hearing regarding the 2026-27 Proposed Budget. The body will decide on the budget approval and select a Chair for the coming year.

• Appointment of 3 Budget Committee members
• Public hearing and approval of the 2026-27 Proposed Budget
• Selection of a Chair for the coming year
• OSU Extension Administration update from Nicole Strong

The Budget Committee unanimously approved a FY2027 budget of $852,000 and a property tax levy of $0.1207 per $1,000 assessed value. The Juntos and Master Gardener programs, costing $46,000, were suspended for FY2027. Janice Flegel was elected Chair of the Advisory Committee for FY2026‑27. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved FY2027 budget of $852,000 (unanimous)
• Approved property tax levy rate of $0.1207 per $1,000 assessed value (unanimous)
• Suspended Juntos and Master Gardener programs ($46,000) for FY2027
• Elected Janice Flegel as Advisory Committee Chair for FY2026‑27 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will consider a 6.5% rate increase for Republic Services and approve financial orders and appointments. The meeting also includes proclamations and public hearings on comprehensive plan amendments.

• Public Hearing: Republic Services rate increase of 6.5%
• Approval of Order 2026-13: Amending Gate Permit Agreement
• Approval of Order and Resolution 2026-16: Review and Reauthorize Reserve Funds
• Public Hearing: Comprehensive Plan Amendment
• Appointment of Hearings Officer for CUP Record Nos. 217-15-000115-PLNG & 217-22-000540-PLNG

The Crook County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda and adopted proclamations for Mental Health Awareness Month and Public Service Recognition Week. They reappointed Sarah Beeler to the Flat Rock Road District and approved $5,000 to continue funding the Heart of Oregon Corps youth program. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Adopted proclamation declaring May Mental Health Awareness Month (3-0)
• Adopted proclamation declaring May 3‑9 Public Service Recognition Week (3-0)
• Reappointed Sarah Beeler to Flat Rock Road District Board (3-0)
• Approved $5,000 funding for Heart of Oregon Corps (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a consent agenda that includes a final signature for a comprehensive plan amendment for GP, LLC and Priday Ranches LLC. Staff will discuss options to revoke or modify an existing conditional use permit for aggregate mining at 4755 NW Stahancyk Ln. A public hearing will be held on a subdivision (phase 1) of the Hidden Canyon Destination Resort at 18550 SW Alfalfa Rd, covering approximately 159.87 acres. The meeting will also include community development updates and public comment.

• Final decision for signature – Comp Plan Amendment 217-25-000400-PLNG for GP, LLC & Priday Ranches LLC
• Staff report to discuss revocation or modification of Conditional Use Permit 217-15-000115-PLNG for aggregate mining at 4755 NW Stahancyk Ln (map tax lots 1415140000702, 1415140000703)
• Public hearing on subdivision (phase 1) of Hidden Canyon Destination Resort, Record 217-25-000282-PLNG, located at 18550 SW Alfalfa Rd, Powell Butte, approx. 159.87 acres (map tax lot 1614000003900)
• Community Development Updates
• Public Comment – speakers limited to 5 minutes each

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss infrastructure, grant status, and fee changes. Key items include the potential closure of a portion of Buck Creek Road and an update on the CAFFA grant.

• Closing a portion of Buck Creek Road and amending a gate permit agreement
• Proposed onsite fee increase
• Installation of EMF units near right-of-way on County property
• CAFFA Grant filing status and request update
• Executive session for real property transactions and exempt records

The commissioners discussed several items—including a proposal for EMF monitoring sensors, a CAFFA grant signature request, a proposed on‑site septic fee increase, and an extension of a Buck Creek Road gate agreement—but took no formal action on any of them. The board also held an executive session with no decisions required. The meeting was adjourned at 10:28 AM.

Road Agency

The Crook County Road Agency Board meeting will include public comment and a consent agenda of routine items. Board members will discuss four agenda items: appointing a budget officer for fiscal year 2027, reviewing term expirations for board and budget committee members, receiving an update on Secure Rural Schools funds, and a presentation by the Road Department.

• Appointment of Budget Officer for Fiscal Year 2027
• Review of term expirations for Board and Budget Committee members
• Secure Rural Schools Funds update
• Crook County Road Department presentation

The board voted 2‑0 to appoint Will Van Vactor as the Road Agency Budget Officer for FY 2026‑2027. A second 2‑0 vote clarified Budget Committee terms—Lori Hooper for one year, Casey Kaiser for two years, Russ Deboodt for three years—and reappointed Lori Hooper for FY 27. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Appointed Will Van Vactor as Budget Officer (2-0)
• Clarified Budget Committee terms and appointed Lori Hooper for FY27 (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Fair Board

The Crook County Fair Board will convene to approve minutes, review 2026 planning updates, and discuss the Fairgrounds Bathroom Project. The meeting will also include committee updates, financial reports, and a public comment period.

• Approve minutes
• 2026 Crook County Fair Planning Updates
• Funding Info Committee Update
• Fairgrounds Bathroom Project Updates
• Financial Report

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session on April 15, 2026, in Prineville. The agenda includes a consent agenda with routine items and a discussion item on a rate increase request from Republic Services. Other discussion items cover updates from Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO), fee waiver requests, the FY2025 audit, landfill financial assurance, a wolf compensation grant, and road projects. The meeting concludes with an executive session on potential litigation.

• Republic Services rate increase request
• FY2025 audit and financial statements
• Annual financial assurance update and recertification for Landfill
• Wolf Compensation and Financial Assistance 2026 Grant Agreement (ODA-4688-GR)
• Chip Seal 2026 road project

The commissioners approved the consent agenda without discussion (3-0). They then voted to waive half of the $2,200 fairgrounds rental fee for the annual Hospice Auction, splitting the cost with the county (3-0). A separate waiver of $588 was approved for the Humane Society’s Lucky Dogs Casino Night (3-0). No other formal actions were taken.

• Accepted consent agenda items (3-0)
• Waived 50% of hospice auction fairgrounds fee, $1,100 county share (3-0)
• Waived $588 fairgrounds fee for Humane Society casino night (3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Crook County Library Board of Trustees will meet to review February library funds and discuss administrative updates. The board is scheduled to address a vacancy nomination and the appointment of a Library Manager.

• Appointment of Library Manager
• Board Vacancy Nomination
• Meeting Room Policy Update
• Review of February Library Fund

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss a rate increase request from Republic Services presented by its General Manager and finance staff. They will also receive updates on behavioral health contract negotiations, an emergency management grant agreement, and several internal staffing and policy matters. The meeting includes public comment and a review of a draft public records policy.

• Republic Services rate increase request (presented by Erica Haitsma, Dan Strandy, John Heylin)
• Update on contract negotiations with PSCS (presented by Melissa Thompson and Angela Cumming)
• Emergency Management Grant agreement 25-506 (presented by AJ Crawford)
• Assessor Office staff promotion request (presented by Jon Soliz)
• Library meeting room policy update and appointment of Kim Bales as Library Manager (presented by Kim Bales and Will Van Vactor)

The commissioners voted 2-0 to promote an Assessment Technician to Technician II. They also voted 2-0 to approve a restructuring of the OSU Extension Office positions. Two items—the Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement and the Oregon Department of Forestry airport lease IGA—were placed on the consent agenda for formal approval at next week's public meeting. The board scheduled a public hearing for Republic Services' 6.5% rate increase request and asked BestCare to provide talking points for a support letter to be reviewed at that meeting.

• Approved promotion of Assessment Technician to Technician II (2-0 vote)
• Approved restructuring of OSU Extension Office positions (2-0 vote)
• Placed Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement 25-506 on consent agenda for approval at next public meeting
• Placed Oregon Dept. of Forestry airport lease IGA on consent agenda for approval at next public meeting
• Scheduled Republic Services 6.5% rate increase request for public hearing next week
• Requested BestCare provide talking points for a support letter to be reviewed at next public meeting

Communith Health Advisory Council (CHAC)

The Community Health Advisory Council will meet to develop a workplan and review recommendations from special session meetings regarding its vision and mission. The body will also discuss member engagement and a potential bylaw addition.

• Workplan development
• Review of vision, mission, and drafted workplan recommendations
• Discussion on bylaw addition
• Updates from Best Care
• Staff announcements regarding Public Health Week, Run Club, and TPEP program spotlight

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve minutes, consider financial support for the Crook County Kids Club, and waive fees for the Central Oregon Pee Wee Rodeo Association. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.

• Approve minutes
• Financial support for Crook County Kids Club
• Fee waiver for Central Oregon Pee Wee Rodeo Association
• Emergency procurement for Fairgrounds Restroom Project
• Child Abuse Prevention Month Proclamation

The commissioners approved the emergency procurement of repairs and improvements to the fairgrounds restrooms, authorizing order 2026-14. They also adopted a proclamation declaring April Child Abuse Prevention Month, contributed $10,000 to the Crook County Kids Club, and waived most fees for the Central Oregon Pee Wee Rodeo Association except $125. All motions passed unanimously (3-0).

• Approved emergency procurement of fairgrounds restroom project (order 2026-14) (3-0)
• Accepted Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation (3-0)
• Approved $10,000 contribution to Crook County Kids Club (3-0)
• Waived all Pee Wee Rodeo fees except $125 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of prior meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Crook County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request for a telecommunication facility on SW Williams Rd. It will also consider a comprehensive plan amendment to expand the permit boundary of a quarry by approximately 4.1 acres at 15334 NW O’Neil Hwy, Redmond. The meeting includes a consent agenda for minutes from four previous dates and a public comment period limited to five minutes per speaker. Community Development updates will be presented as other business.

• Conditional Use – telecommunication facility on SW Williams Rd (map tax lot 1514140000100)
• Comprehensive Plan Amendment – expand quarry boundary by ~4.1 acres at 15334 NW O’Neil Hwy, map tax lots 1414270000100 (626.93 acres) and 1414340001801 (109.92 acres)
• Consent agenda: approval of minutes from July 9, 2025; July 23, 2025; August 27, 2025; September 10, 2025
• Public comment – speakers limited to 5 minutes each
• Community Development updates

Ag Extension Advisory Committee

The Crook County Agricultural Extension Service District Advisory Committee will review the FY 2026-27 budget proposal. Members will examine the FY 2025-26 actual expenditures and the county’s financial projections through 2030. The meeting will also discuss core service priorities and the proposed budget calendar. A general Q&A session will follow.

• Budget review for FY 2026-27
• Proposed budget calendar
• Review FY 2025-26 actuals
• County financial projections 2026‑2030
• Discussion of core services and budget priorities

The board reviewed the early‑draft 2026‑27 budget, noting a $38,000 shortfall and discussing possible $45,000 cuts. Tim Deboodt outlined the timeline for County Commission adoption on June 3. The committee decided to meet on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6 pm, when the Budget Committee will hold a public meeting to review and approve the proposed budget. No other actions were taken.

• Scheduled May 11, 2026 (6 pm) meeting for public budget review and approval

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will approve routine items such as meeting minutes and contracts, and will discuss a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2026. Additional topics include a grant award for the fairgrounds, several fee‑waiver requests, and a lease‑to‑own arrangement with Lease Servicing Center, Inc. All items are listed on the regular session agenda.

• Approve minutes of the previous meeting (Consent agenda item).
• Approve contract for landfill outbound scale replacement with Scales Northwest.
• Approve agreement for operation and management of the COCC/Crook County Open Campus Building.
• Adopt Supplemental Budget Resolution 2026‑11 for Crook County FY 2026.
• Consider lease‑to‑own contractual arrangement with Lease Servicing Center, Inc. (NCL Government Capital) and Order/Resolution 2026‑12.

The Crook County Board of Commissioners approved a 7‑year lease‑to‑own agreement to finance four dump trucks for about $1.158 million, with annual payments of roughly $178,000. The board also adopted a supplemental budget resolution, accepted two fair‑grounds grants, and approved several fee waivers and an intergovernmental agreement. All actions were passed unanimously (3‑0).

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, landfill scale, campus building) (3-0)
• Adopted supplemental budget resolution 2026-11 (3-0)
• Accepted fairgrounds grants: $25,000 stock pens donation and $15,000 Meta grant (3-0)
• Approved $250 facility use fee for Oregon High School Rodeo State Finals, remainder waived (3-0)
• Waived $720 Carey Foster Hall fee for Stock Growers Association event (3-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement 057226 for PSRB tort liability assistance (3-0)
• Approved lease‑to‑own purchase of four dump trucks, financing $1.158 M (3-0)
• Approved master lease purchase agreement for the dump trucks (3-0)

Fair Board

The Crook County Fair Board will approve the previous meeting minutes and hear public comments. It will receive a legislative update, announce Facebook and Crooked River Roundup Foundation grant awards, and get an update on the bathroom project. The board will also review board, staff, financial, and manager reports. The next regular meeting is set for April 20, 2026.

• Approve Minutes
• Legislative Update
• Facebook and Crooked River Roundup Foundation Grant Awards
• Bathroom Project Update
• Board, Staff, Financial, and Managers Reports

Communith Health Advisory Council (CHAC)

The Crook County Community Health Advisory Council will review the outcomes of Workplan Session 2. Members will develop SMART objectives for each of the three selected topics and propose 1‑3 activities to address them. The council will finalize these recommendations for future member voting. No public comment period is provided during the meeting.

• Review findings from Workplan Session 2
• Develop SMART objectives for three selected health topics
• Propose 1‑3 activities for each SMART objective
• Schedule next meeting for April 6

Local Public Safety Coordinating Council (LPSCC)

The Local Public Safety Coordinating Council will receive updates on the HB 4002 deflection program and SIM mapping. The body will also hear a presentation on housing prospects for women and children and discuss scheduling officer elections.

• Update on HB 4002 deflection program (LEADS)
• SIM Mapping update
• Mperfectly presentation on housing for women and children
• Discussion of Chair and Vice Chair officer election scheduling

The council approved the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. A vote for chair and vice chair was postponed due to insufficient quorum. The next LPSCC meeting was set for June 11, 2026 at 3:30 pm.

• Approved September 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed chair and vice chair election to next meeting
• Scheduled next LPSCC meeting for June 11, 2026 at 3:30 pm

Library Board of Trustees

The Crook County Library Board of Trustees will approve the agenda and the February 12th meeting minutes, receive reports from the Director and Friends, and review financial statistics. The board will then consider new business items, specifically donations from the Friends of the Library and a vacancy on the board.

• Approve agenda and February 12th minutes (consent agenda)
• Director and Friends reports
• Financials/statistics review
• Donations from Friends of the Library
• Discussion of board vacancy

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will meet to review the February 2026 Treasurer's report and discuss a moderate-income revolving loan program. The agenda includes a work session on a landfill scale replacement and an agreement for the operation of the COCC/Crook County Open Campus Building.

• Moderate-Income Revolving Loan Program discussion
• Landfill Outbound Scale Replacement
• COCC/Crook County Open Campus Building operation agreement
• School Based Health Center Agreement with Mosaic Community Health
• EV Bookmobile Grant

The work session featured a Treasurer's report and several project presentations. Commissioners discussed a moderate‑income housing proposal, a landfill scale replacement, and a COCC reserve fund amendment, but none were decided. Susan Hermreck moved to approve the school‑based health center multi‑party agreement, though the minutes do not record a vote outcome.

• Motion to approve school‑based health center agreement introduced (outcome not recorded)

Planning Commission

The Crook County Planning Commission will approve minutes from June 25 and July 2, 2025. It will discuss a telecommunication facility proposal by Alexander Ranch, LLC and Acom Consulting Inc on SW Williams Road north of Hwy 126. The meeting will also include community development updates and a period for public comment.

• Approve minutes from June 25, 2025 and July 2, 2025
• Deliberate Record No. 217-25-000293-PLNG: telecom facility proposal on SW Williams Rd (map tax lot 1514140000100)
• Community Development Updates presentation

Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC)

The Crook County Natural Resources Advisory Committee will review agency updates from the Forest Service, BLM, OSP, and ODFW. It will examine the BLM Vacant Allotment implementation and the Forest Service Grazing and Range Program. The committee will also consider new regulations for mule deer hunting management units. Public comment will be taken before adjourning.

• BLM implementation of Vacant Allotment review and application
• Forest Service Grazing and Range Program
• New Regulations for Mule Deer Hunting (Management Units)
• Agency updates (Forest Service, BLM, OSP, ODFW)
• Public Comment

The committee unanimously accepted the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting. Members unanimously elected Steve McGuire as chair and Lynne Breese as vice‑chair. The NRAC unanimously approved using the Crook County logo to sponsor a new natural‑resources speaker series.

• Accepted January 14, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Steve McGuire as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Lynne Breese as Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Approved use of County logo for speaker series (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will vote on routine consent items including approval of meeting minutes and several staffing appointments. It will also consider a signature request for Phase Two BHD Grant Funding and adopt the FY27 goals and priorities. A separate order will declare a local drought emergency.

• Approve minutes of the previous meeting
• Signature request for acceptance of Phase Two BHD Grant Funding (BHD‑27‑05)
• Order 2026‑10: Declaration of Local Drought Emergency
• Appointment of Planning Commissioner
• Appointment of Agricultural Extension Budget Officer for FY27

The commissioners approved the meeting minutes and accepted the second half of a Behavioral Health Deflection grant. They appointed Monty Kurtz to the Planning Commission, Tim Deboodt as Ag Extension Budget Officer, and adopted FY27 goals and priorities. The board also declared a local drought emergency and approved a $500 sponsorship of BestCare’s Restoring Hope luncheon.

• Approved meeting minutes (3-0)
• Signed acceptance of Phase 2 BHD grant funding (3-0)
• Appointed Monty Kurtz to Planning Commission, Position 7 (2-1)
• Appointed Tim Deboodt as Ag Extension Budget Officer for FY27 (3-0)
• Approved FY27 goals and priorities (3-0)
• Declared local drought emergency (3-0)
• Approved $500 community‑partner sponsorship of BestCare luncheon (3-0)

Communith Health Advisory Council (CHAC)

The Community Health Advisory Council will review drafted vision and mission statements and propose a version for a future vote. Members will recap Session 1, discuss proposed topics, and develop SMART objectives and activities for those topics. The council will finalize these items to bring to a regular session meeting for member voting.

• Review drafted vision and mission statements (Item 4)
• Recap Session 1 and discuss topics from the CHAC review worksheet (Items 5‑6)
• Develop SMART objectives for selected topics (Item 7)
• Create 1‑3 activities per objective (Item 8)
• Schedule next meeting (Item 9)

Wolf Depredation Compensation Committee

The Wolf Depredation Compensation Committee will review applications for wolf depredation and mitigation, discuss a multiplier for claims, and submit an Oregon Department of Agriculture grant application by 5pm.

• Review of depredation and mitigation applications
• Discussion on wolf depredation multiplier
• Submission of ODA Grant application by 5pm
• Committee update on Conservation Coexist and Business representative positions ending June 1, 2026
• Landfill to provide wolf attractant free of charge

Board of Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a tax foreclosure surplus policy and a PILOT agreement request with New Sun Energy. The meeting also includes a joint session with the Vector Control District Board of Trustees and a review of the Crooked River Roundup contract.

• Order 2026-09 Tax Foreclosure Surplus Policy
• PILOT Agreement Request with New Sun Energy
• Crooked River Roundup Contract consideration
• STIF Advisory Committee member renewals and new appointment
• Executive session regarding real property transaction negotiations

The commissioners voted 2‑0 to renew the existing members of the Crook County Statewide Transportation Improvement Fund Advisory Committee and to add John Eisler as a new member. They also voted 2‑0 to approve the 10‑year use agreement for the Crooked River Roundup at the county fairgrounds. No other motions were adopted.

• Renew STIF Advisory Committee members (Josh Smith, Kim Curley, Dennis Marston, Keya Rohovit‑Wrolson, Bob Townsend) – 2‑0
• Add John Eisler as new STIF Advisory Committee member – 2‑0
• Approve 10‑year Crooked River Roundup fairgrounds use agreement – 2‑0

Vector Control District

Board of Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a special session to discuss core services. The discussion involves the District Attorney's Office and Juvenile Services.

• Review of Core Services for the District Attorney’s Office and Juvenile Services

The Crook County Board of Commissioners held a special session to review core service descriptions for the District Attorney and Juvenile Services departments. No votes were taken on policy or budget items. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 3-0 vote.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial statistics and reports. The board is scheduled to discuss a board vacancy and updates to meeting room and exhibit/display policies.

• Board vacancy
• Meeting room policy update
• Exhibit/Display policy update
• Approval of November 13th, 2025 meeting minutes

The Library Board approved several actions: the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting were accepted; an advertisement for a board vacancy will run starting February 17 for four weeks with a new member to be chosen at the April meeting; Keya Rohovit‑Wrolson was appointed vice chair; a new meeting‑room policy was approved and will go to the Board of Commissioners for final sign‑off, becoming effective May 1, 2026; and an updated exhibit/display policy was adopted.

• Approved November 13, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved advertisement for board vacancy (Feb 17 start, 4‑week run)
• Approved Keya Rohovit‑Wrolson as vice chair
• Approved new meeting‑room policy (effective May 1, 2026)
• Approved updated exhibit/display policy

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the NewSun Energy Local Community Benefits Program and review Draft Order 2026-09. The meeting also includes a review of the January 2026 Treasurer's Report and library meeting room hours.

• NewSun Energy Local Community Benefits Program discussion
• Review of Draft Order 2026-09
• Treasurer’s Report for January 2026
• Library meeting room hours of use
• Executive session regarding current or likely litigation

The commissioners voted unanimously (3-0) to decline to pursue the action that was discussed during the executive session. They then voted (3-0) to adjourn the work session. No other formal actions were approved at this meeting.

• Declined to pursue action discussed in executive session (3-0)
• Adjourned work session (3-0)

Elected Officials Compensation Committee

The Elected Officials Compensation Committee will meet to discuss a compensation schedule for Crook County elected positions. This recommendation will be sent to the County Board of Commissioners and Budget Committee.

• Recommendation for a compensation schedule for elected positions as defined in ORS 204.005
• Approval of May 2, 2025 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed telecommunication facility on SW Williams Rd. The body will also review minutes from three 2025 meetings and receive updates from Community Development.

• Public hearing for Record Number 217-25-000293-PLNG: telecommunication facility proposed by Thomas Alexander and Acom Consulting Inc on SW Williams Rd (tax lot 1514140000100)

Vector Control District

The Crook County Vector Control District will hold a special meeting on February 10, 2026 at the Crook County Library in Prineville. The board will review minutes, consider a fund investment, discuss the NPDES Responsible Officer designation, and receive an update on the Fairgrounds lease. The meeting will also include public comment and a Good of the Order segment.

• Fund investment (20 min)
• NPDES Responsible Officer discussion (20 min)
• Update on Fairgrounds Lease (20 min)
• Minutes review and acceptance (5 min)
• Public Comment (10 min)

Fair Board

The Crook County Fair Board will meet to discuss a contract with the Crooked River Roundup. The meeting also includes time for public comment and reports from board members, staff, and managers.

• Crooked River Roundup contract discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will meet on February 4, 2026 to address several agenda items. Items include routine consent agenda approvals, a request to amend an easement granted to the City of Prineville, and discussions on a mining lease, a wildlife services agreement, and advisory committee appointments. The board will also consider a county financial assistance agreement for a community mental health program and approve the local mental health plan and its budget. Additional items involve letters concerning highway safety and support for HB 4121.

• Approve Minutes (consent agenda)
• Request amendment to easement previously granted to the City of Prineville
• Barb Wire Pit Mining Lease
• USDA APHIS Wildlife Services Agreement Renewal
• Consider approval of Local Mental Health Plan and Budget

The Crook County Board voted 3‑0 to adopt a letter that opposes Senate Bill 1545 as written, requesting its withdrawal and additional public and agricultural input. The Board also authorized the letter’s execution and signature outside the meeting. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted letter opposing Senate Bill 1545, requesting withdrawal and more public input; authorized execution/signature outside meeting (3-0)

Communith Health Advisory Council (CHAC)

The Community Health Advisory Council will vote to approve minutes from the October and December meetings. New members will sign the required public‑meeting law document. Staff will announce updates on the SPARK clothing drive, a modernization plan, and the Equip Health BestCare program. The council will discuss the 2023‑2026 workplan and set priorities for the coming months.

• Approve October and December meeting minutes
• New members sign public‑meeting law document
• Staff announcement: SPARK clothing drive
• Staff announcement: modernization plan update
• Workplan Session 1: review 2023‑2026 health workplan

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board will discuss a mining lease for the Barb Wire Pit presented by CCRD Superintendent Brad Haynes. They will also review renewal of the USDA APHIS Wildlife Services agreement presented by Landfill Director Jacquie Davis. A community development update for November and December 2025 will be provided, followed by a landfill update and commissioner reports.

• Barb Wire Pit mining lease – request by Brad Haynes, CCRD Superintendent
• USDA APHIS Wildlife Services agreement renewal – request by Jacquie Davis, Landfill Director
• Community Development monthly update for Nov‑Dec 2025 – presenters John Eisler and Randy Davis
• Landfill update – manager report

The Crook County Board of Commissioners met for a work session on Jan. 28, 2026 and discussed several agenda items, but no formal approvals were recorded. The only vote taken was a motion to adjourn, which passed 3-0. No executive session was scheduled.

• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Crook County Planning Commission will review its work plan, adopt a Decision List as required by ordinance 18.172.015(2), conduct interviews for a vacant commission seat, and provide updates on community development projects.

• Review of Planning Department Work Plan
• Adoption of Decision List per 18.172.015(2)
• Interviews for Planning Commission vacancy
• Community Development Updates

General

Ambulance Service Area Advisory Council

The Crook County Ambulance Service Area Advisory Council will review applicants for council appointments. The council will then make a recommendation to the County Manager, who will present the appointment proposal to the Board of Commissioners. The meeting also includes a brief overview of the council's role.

• Review of applicants for ASA council appointment
• Recommendation to County Manager for Board of Commissioners
• Overview of the ASA Advisory Council

Communith Health Advisory Council (CHAC)

The Crook County Community Health Advisory Council will hold its first workplan development session for 2026‑2029. Council members will discuss a community vision, review drafted vision and mission statements, and identify problems using several health reports and assessments. They will then brainstorm and draft objectives for the upcoming workplan.

• Discuss community vision (dreams, success, desired conditions)
• Review drafted Vision Statement
• Review drafted Mission Statement
• Identify problems using St. Charles Community Needs Assessment, COHC Regional Health Improvement Plan, Oregon Public Health Accountability Metrics Report, and Crook County Health & Human Services Fair Access Plan
• Brainstorm and draft objectives for the 2026‑2029 workplan

The Crook County Community Health Advisory Council met on Jan 23, 2026 to begin building its 2026‑2029 workplan. Members shared visions and identified problems and population needs for the county. The session was purely discussion; no actions were approved, denied, or tabled. The next regular session is scheduled for Monday Feb 2, 2026 at 11:00 am.

Board of Commissioners

The Crook County Board of Commissioners will consider routine items such as approving the meeting minutes and accepting Ready to Read grant funds. They will swear in Corrections Deputies Jeffrey Richards and Kyle McGrath and receive updates from the Sheriff’s Office and the Chamber of Commerce. A public hearing will be held for the second reading of Ordinance 357, which amends Titles 1, 17, and 18 of the Crook County Code and declares an emergency.

• Approve Minutes (Consent agenda)
• Order 2026-02 Acceptance of Ready to Read Grant Funds
• Swear in Corrections Deputies Jeffrey Richards and Kyle McGrath
• Fairgrounds Indoor Arena Restrooms Project presentation
• Public Hearing: Second Reading of Ordinance 357 (code amendment and emergency declaration)

The commissioners accepted the consent agenda, including the Ready to Read grant funds (3‑0). They swore in Deputies Jeffrey Richards and Kyle McGrath. The board recommended Mike Kasberger and Linda Smith for the Fair Board (3‑0) and authorized emergency repairs to the fairgrounds indoor arena restrooms (3‑0). They also approved a temporary change to the county public‑records request process (3‑0).

• Accepted consent agenda, including Ready to Read grant funds (3-0)
• Swore in Deputies Jeffrey Richards and Kyle McGrath (no vote)
• Recommended Mike Kasberger and Linda Smith to Fair Board (3-0)
• Authorized emergency procurement for fairgrounds restroom repairs (3-0)
• Approved temporary modification to Public Records Request Policy (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners and Budget Committee are meeting to discuss goals and assumptions for the FY27 budget process.

• Discussion with Budget Committee on FY27 Budget Process goals and assumptions

Natural Resources Advisory Committee (NRAC)

General

The Board of Commissioners and County Manager will meet to review department mid-year presentations. The session focuses on summarizing goals and discussing progress.

• Review of department mid-year presentations
• Summary of goals and progress

Planning Commission

The Crook County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed telecommunication facility on SW Williams Rd. The commission will also conduct its yearly election for Chair and Vice Chair.

• Public hearing for Record Number 217-25-000293-PLNG: proposed telecommunication facility on SW Williams Rd (tax lot 1514140000100) by Thomas Alexander and Acom Consulting Inc
• Yearly election for Chair and Vice Chair

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several administrative updates. Key items include contract negotiations with PSCS and an amendment to the service contract with the City of Prineville.

• Contract negotiations update with PSCS
• Acceptance of Ready to Read Grant Funds
• Amendment to service contract with City of Prineville
• Update to library service hours
• Treasurer's Report for December 2025

The commissioners voted 3‑0 to adopt resolution 1635, extending the county’s wastewater disposal agreement with the City of Prineville for another year. They also agreed by consensus to change library hours to 8‑10 AM self‑service and 10 AM‑4 PM full service. Acceptance of the $9,888 Ready to Read grant was postponed to next week’s consent agenda. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved amendment to wastewater disposal contract with City of Prineville (3-0)
• Changed library service hours to 8‑10 AM self‑service, 10 AM‑4 PM full service (consensus)
• Deferred decision on accepting $9,888 Ready to Read grant to next week's consent agenda
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting for goal-setting. Department heads will provide mid-year presentations to the board.

• Mid-year presentations from Fairgrounds, Community Development, and Road Department
• Mid-year presentations from Museum, Library, and Assessor’s Office
• Mid-year presentations from County Clerk’s Office, Weed Control, Airport, and Landfill

Fair Board

Board of Commissioners

Library Board of Trustees

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider routine consent items such as approving minutes and ordering newspapers of record. Staff will present updates on the Chamber of Commerce, the county investment policy, and fiscal policy recommendations. Contracts and agreements will be reviewed, including a service contract amendment with the City of Prineville and a financial assistance agreement for behavioral health services. A public hearing will be held for the first reading of Ordinance 357, which amends titles 1, 17, and 18 of the Crook County Code and declares an emergency.

• Approve minutes from the previous meeting
• Order 2026-01 designation of newspapers of record
• Amendment to service contract with the City of Prineville
• 2026 County financial assistance agreement for behavioral health services
• Public hearing: first reading of Ordinance 357 amending county code and declaring emergency