Lincoln County, Oregon

BOC Meeting

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners regarding a revision of the flood hazard management code. The commission will also approve draft minutes from the June 8, 2026 and May 18, 2026 meetings. Additional agenda items include a call to order, a past‑action review, and a discussion of commission concerns.

• Public hearing: recommendation to Board of Commissioners on flood hazard management code revision
• Approval of draft minutes from June 8, 2026
• Approval of draft minutes from May 18, 2026

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of an administrative staff decision identified as 26-FP-25. The commission will also review past actions, approve the draft minutes from the August 10, 2026 meeting, and discuss any commission concerns.

• Public hearing: appeal of administrative staff decision on 26-FP-25
• Approval of draft minutes from August 10, 2026
• Review of past action items for the Planning Commission
• Discussion of Planning Commission concerns

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BOC Meeting

The board will discuss a proposed 2.74% rate increase for North Lincoln Sanitary Service and bids for publication of the 2026 property tax foreclosure list. The consent calendar includes numerous contracts, grants, and property transactions, among them a $280,000 agreement with the Lincoln County Historical Society and an $87,000 agreement with the North Lincoln County Historical Museum. Commissioners will also consider a vacancy appointment for Position 2.

• North Lincoln Sanitary Service rate review: proposed 2.74% increase
• Bids for publication of the 2026 property tax foreclosure list
• Order and deed for surplus property at 235 S. Drift Creek Road to McKenzie River Trust
• Agreement with Lincoln County Historical Society for $280,000
• Amendment for grant between LC HHS BH BHRN and OHA for $2,040,600

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

General

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual emergency meeting to vote on a single order authorizing emergency procurement for septic repairs at the Lincoln County Courthouse. The order also delegates authority to Mike Copp or Andrew Blair to sign the emergency procurement authorization form. No other business is scheduled.

• Order authorizing emergency procurement for septic repairs at Lincoln County Courthouse
• Delegation of authority to Mike Copp or Andrew Blair to sign emergency procurement authorization form

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to adopt adjustments to the FY 2025-2026 budget. The meeting also includes adoption of a consent calendar covering routine documents, such as the updated Safety Committee charter. Public comment is limited to items on the agenda.

• Resolution adopting FY 2025-2026 budget adjustments
• Adoption of consent calendar items, including the Lincoln County Safety Committee Charter update (June 2026)

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will consider filling a vacancy in Position 2. The consent calendar includes the sale of Drift Creek Property, agreements for nursing student education, youth decoy operations, and an abandoned RV cleanup in Otis. A public hearing is scheduled but no details provided.

• Commissioner vacancy Position 2 - decision/action
• Order-Drift Creek Property Sale
• Agreement between OCCC and LC HHS PH for Nursing Student Education (09.02.26 - 09.01.28)
• Abandoned RV cleanup at 11 Gerber Ct, Otis
• Amendment between OHA and LC HHS BH for Gambling AD81 (07.01.26 - 06.30.27)

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BOC Meeting

The board holds a public hearing on the FY 2025-26 final budget amendment and then votes to adopt the FY 2026-2027 budgets for Lincoln County, Extension Service, Solid Waste Disposal, Animal Services, Transportation Services, and Siletz Area Enhanced Law Enforcement districts. It will also consider adopting a new fee schedule effective July 1, 2026, and authorizing financing to redevelop County Commons. Additionally, the board will discuss filling a commissioner vacancy for Position 2.

• Adoption of FY 2026-2027 budgets for six county funds including Solid Waste Disposal and Animal Services districts
• Public hearing and vote on FY 2025-26 final budget amendment (staff report by Finance Director Lennon Pierce)
• Authorizing financing to redevelop County Commons (presented by County Counsel and Treasurer)
• Lincoln County Fee Schedule to be effective July 1, 2026
• Commissioner Vacancy Position 2 – Commissioners Chuck and Miller

Fair Board

Planning Commission

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will discuss the FY 2026‑2027 budget document presented by the Budget Officer. Residents may offer brief public comments on the county budget. The committee will then decide on compensation for elected officials and the FY 2026‑2027 budgets for several service districts and the overall county budget.

• Decision on Lincoln County FY 2026‑2027 elected officials compensation
• Approval of FY 2026‑2027 Animal Services District budget
• Approval of FY 2026‑2027 Extension Service District budget
• Approval of FY 2026‑2027 Solid Waste Disposal Service District budget
• Approval of FY 2026‑2027 Transportation Services District budget

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet June 3, 2026, to discuss adopting a new fee schedule effective July 1, 2026, and authorizing financing for the redevelopment of the County Commons. A public hearing will be held on declaring a foreclosed property surplus (Map 07-11-35-CA, Tax Lot 00300). The board will also decide on filling a vacant commissioner seat and approve a consent calendar containing numerous agreements and contracts, including a $17,936 quarterly intergovernmental agreement with Multnomah Education Service District.

• Public hearing on surplus of foreclosed property (Assessor's Map 07-11-35-CA, Tax Lot 00300)
• Discussion and possible action on Lincoln County Fee Schedule, effective July 1, 2026
• Discussion on authorizing financing for Lincoln County Commons redevelopment
• Decision on Order Declaring Real Property Surplus
• Decision on filling Commissioner Vacancy Position 2

General

The Lincoln County Local Public Safety Coordinating Council will discuss the 2027 Oregon Public Safety Coordination Grant (HB 3069) and receive member updates. They will also approve minutes from their January 2026 meeting.

• Approval of January 2026 meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2027 Oregon Public Safety Coordination Grant (HB 3069)
• Member updates on public safety coordination

Budget Committee

The Lincoln County Budget Committee will hold a public hearing on the Transportation Service District and Animal Services District budgets for FY 2026-2027, including presentations and public comment. The committee will also discuss the overall budget document and take general public comment before adjourning to continue on May 29.

• Public hearing on Transportation Service District budget for FY 2026-2027
• Public hearing on Animal Services District budget for FY 2026-2027
• Discussion of the budget document by the Budget Committee
• General public comment on the Lincoln County budget (3-minute limit)

Siletz Enhanced Law Enforcement District Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will hold a public hearing to present and discuss the FY 2026-2027 budget for the Siletz Area Enhanced Law Enforcement District. The meeting includes a presentation by Sheriff Adam Shanks and Lieutenant Karl Vertner, followed by a vote on the budget.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Public hearing on Siletz Area Enhanced Law Enforcement District Budget for FY 2026-2027
• Decision/action on the Siletz Area Enhanced Law Enforcement District Budget

Budget Committee

The Lincoln County Budget Committee will elect officers and review the budget message for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The meeting includes public hearings for the Extension Service District and Solid Waste Disposal Service District budgets.

• Election of Budget Committee officers
• Presentation of 2026-2027 Budget Message
• Public hearing on Extension Service District budget
• Public hearing on Solid Waste Disposal Service District budget
• Discussion of the budget document

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Planning Commission

Fair Board

ASRC Meetings

The Lincoln County Ambulance Service Review Committee will consider two new member applications—Tyrone Halbrook and William Sanning—and will need to nominate and elect a new chairperson, as the chair position is listed as vacant. The committee will also review FY 25‑26 Q2 and Q3 ASA reports and discuss the initial draft of an ASA plan update. The meeting will set the next regular meeting for August 12, 2026.

• Review applications of Tyrone Halbrook and William Sanning for committee membership
• Nominate and elect a new chairperson (chair position currently vacant)
• Quarterly ASA reports: FY 25‑26 Q2 (Yachats only) and Q3
• Discuss initial draft of ASA plan update
• Schedule next meeting for August 12, 2026

BOC Meeting

The board will consider consent calendar items including rate increase requests for Thompson's Sanitary Service (3.5%) and Dahl Disposal (5.83%), along with agreements, resolutions, and a maintenance grant. A public hearing is listed but no specific item is detailed. Commissioners will also discuss a Small Business Development Center report.

• Rate review request for Thompson's Sanitary Service increase of 3.5%
• Rate review request for Dahl Disposal increase of 5.83%
• Maintenance Assistance Grant from Oregon State Marine Board ($81,366.67) for eight boating access sites
• Resolution for tax exemption request for Spyglass Ridge Limited Partnership
• Surplus of county vehicles #1262 and #1405

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution proclaiming May 2026 Mental Health Awareness Month. The Board also adopted the consent calendar, which included several agreements, grants, and rate increase orders. Key actions included approving a maintenance assistance grant of $81,366.67 and a tax exemption request for Spyglass Ridge Limited Partnership. Additional approvals covered rate increases for sanitary services and vehicle surplus disposals.

• Adopted Mental Health Awareness Month proclamation
• Adopted consent calendar
• Approved $81,366.67 maintenance assistance grant (Oregon State Marine Board)
• Approved tax exemption request for Spyglass Ridge Limited Partnership
• Approved 3.5% rate increase for Thompson's Sanitary Service
• Approved 5.83% rate increase for Dahl Disposal
• Approved surplus disposal of County Vehicle #1262
• Approved surplus disposal of County Vehicle #1405

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners is holding a virtual work session with the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians Tribal Council. Discussion items include tribal land acquisitions, Highway 229, and housing updates. No decisions are scheduled; this is an informational session.

• Tribal land acquisitions discussion with Chair Delores Pigsley
• Highway 229 discussion with Chair Delores Pigsley
• Housing updates discussion with Chair Delores Pigsley

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to adopt a consent calendar of routine resolutions and approve several contracts, including a $100,000 agreement with OHA for behavioral health services. The board will also hold a public hearing and decide on rate increases for Thompson's Sanitary Service and Dahl Disposal.

• Thompson's Sanitary Service rate increase request of 3.5%
• Dahl Disposal rate increase request of 5.83%
• Agreement with OHA for $100,000 behavioral health services
• Agreement with VA for $490,050 professional services
• Agreement with Kings Security for fire alarm monitoring

The Board adopted the consent calendar, approving several liquor licenses and service agreements. It approved Thompson's Sanitary Service rate increase of 3.5% and Dahl Disposal rate increase of 5.83%. The discussion on the Commissioner Position 2 vacancy and the public‑comment agenda format were postponed to the June 3 meeting.

• Adopted consent calendar (motion carried)
• Approved 3.5% rate increase for Thompson's Sanitary Service (motion carried)
• Approved 5.83% rate increase for Dahl Disposal (motion carried)
• Postponed decision on Commissioner Position 2 vacancy to June 3 meeting
• Agreed to limit public comment to agenda items at next meeting

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially establish an interview panel to fill the vacant Position 2 commissioner seat. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Discussion of interview panel for Commissioner Vacancy Position 2

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BOC Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to address a vacancy in Commissioner Position 2. The agenda also includes a consent calendar with various health and human services contracts and administrative approvals.

• Discussion of Commissioner Position 2 Vacancy
• Amendment to Benton County Rental Assistance Services agreement to extend to 12.31.26
• Contracts with Cross Brothers, Inc. regarding Nye Street Lobby
• Agreement with AchieveIt for online platform expense
• Tyler Technologies Server Migration Services

Planning Commission

Fair Board

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The board is scheduled to approve the minutes from the March 12, 2026 meeting.

• Approval of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

BOC Meeting

The Board will adopt a consent calendar that includes several administrative items and a funding amendment that cuts $33,996 from a Veteran's Affairs agreement. Commissioners will also hear a public hearing and discuss the 2026‑27 County Assessment Function Funding Assistance (CAFFA) grant submission. The meeting includes routine recognitions, proclamations, and reports.

• Amendment reducing Veteran's Affairs funding by $33,996 (document PO648C55372 C03)
• Agreement with LRS Architects for Commons
• Asbestos testing contract for Olive project remodel, not to exceed $4,000
• CAFFA grant submission presentation by Assessor Joe Davidson
• Proclamations for National Public Health Week and Alcohol Awareness Month

Planning Commission

BOC Meeting

The Board will adopt a consent calendar covering minutes, appointments, license renewals, tax foreclosures, budget resolutions, and several funding agreements, including a $33,996 reduction in Veteran’s Affairs funding. It will also consider a grant submission for the 2026‑27 County Assessment Function Funding Assistance (CAFFA) program. Public hearing and comment periods are scheduled, followed by an executive session.

• Amendment reducing Veteran's Affairs funding by $33,996 (dated 03/13/26)
• Agreement with Moda Healthcare where fees vary upon services provided (dated 03/15/26)
• Amendment No 2 with the Oregon DEQ reallocating budget costs (no dollar amount specified)
• KATU Lincoln County Otter Crest renewal notice (dated 03/06/26)
• Authorization to apply for grant funds, including the CAFFA grant submission

Planning Commission

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold a work session on March 23, 2026. The agenda includes a review of past actions, introductions of new commissioners, and a presentation on Oregon land use, history, process and rules by Brett Estes of the DLCD. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Call to Order
• Past Action Review for Planning Commission
• Introductions of new Planning Commissioners
• Presentation on Oregon land use, history, process and rules – Brett Estes (DLCD)
• Planning Commission Concerns

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BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent calendar of routine items including commission appointments, license renewals, and the execution of contracts. The meeting will also include a public hearing and a discussion on public comment rules.

• License Applications or Renewals
• Agreement between OHA IGA and LC HHS PH Medicaid Administrative Claiming (MAC) 186691-0 $2,600,000
• Agreement between OHA IGA Behavioral Health Workforce and HHS BH 57735 $144,700.00
• Resolution for Fisterra Gardens Townhomes, 100 to 190 Diversity Drive, Yachats
• Order for CM/GC Alternative Delivery Method for the Lincoln County Commons Project

Fair Board

The Lincoln County Fair Board will consider and vote on the minutes from its February 12, 2026 meeting. After the minutes, the board will open a public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker, hear reports from the Fair Manager and committees, and confirm the schedule for upcoming board meetings through November 2026.

• Approve Lincoln County Fair Board Minutes 02.12.2026
• Public comment (max 3 minutes per speaker)
• Fair Manager report
• Committee reports
• Confirm future meeting dates (April‑November 2026)

Fair Board

The Lincoln County Fair Board will hold a work session to discuss planning for the 2026 county fair. No formal decisions or votes are listed on the agenda. The meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom.

• Fair planning for 2026

BOC Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on a vacancy for Commissioner Position 2. The agenda also includes several health-related grant agreements and a road legalization order.

• Decision on Vacancy Commissioner Position 2
• Amended Order Legalizing a Portion of S. Drift Creek Road (County Road #109)
• Grant agreement for MCH System Coordination with IHN-CCO for $174,625
• Grant agreement for Winter Shelter Delivery System Transformation with IHN-CCO for $149,040
• Agreement with OHA IGA Behavioral Health Workforce for $144,700

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BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on grant funding recommendations and the legalization of a portion of South Drift Creek Road. The board will also review several health and human services agreements and budget resolutions.

• Legalization of a portion of South Drift Creek Road, County Road #109
• Community and Economic Development Grant Funding Recommendations
• Agreement between SecurFirst Medical Transport and LC HHS BH
• Agreement between JCC Endeavors LLC and HHS
• Amendment 1 between HHS PC and Cross Brothers, Inc.

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting on February 12, 2026, to announce the finalist lists for each commissioner for the Commissioner Position 2 vacancy. The meeting will be held in Room 108 of the Lincoln County Courthouse and will be available via Zoom. Public comment is accepted in written form. The session will be recorded and posted online.

• Announcement of finalist lists for Commissioner Position 2 vacancy

Fair Board

The Lincoln County Fair Board will review meeting minutes from January 8, 2026, and discuss setting dates and times for their 2026 meetings. The meeting is open to public comment in person or virtually.

• Review of Fair Board Meeting Minutes 01.08.2026
• Discussion to set 2026 meeting dates and times
• Public comment period (3-minute limit)
• Fair Manager and Committee reports

ASRC Meetings

The Ambulance Service Review Committee will discuss quarterly ASA compliance reports for FY 2025‑26 Q2 and address provider concerns. Members will follow up with County Commissioners on dispatch reporting issues. The committee will review the ASA plan and prepare recommendations for the Board of Commissioners as part of the upcoming plan renewal process. A resignation of member Jeff Trapp and approval of the 11/12/2025 minutes will also be addressed.

• Resignation of committee member Jeff Trapp
• Review and approval of minutes from the 11/12/2025 regular meeting
• Discussion of FY 25‑26 Q2 ASA compliance reports (July‑September)
• Follow‑up with County Commissioners on dispatch reporting issues
• Review of the ASA plan and preparation of recommendations for the Board of Commissioners ahead of the 02/09/27 plan renewal

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will adopt a consent calendar that includes multiple contracts, grant agreements and a surplus equipment auction. The board will also conduct a public hearing and discuss staff reports on road hazards and a vacant commissioner position. The primary decision item is the scoring and funding recommendations for the Lincoln County Community and Economic Development Grant Program.

• Agreement between Madison Avenue Collective and LC HHS PH for annual website hosting maintenance and support – $4,500.00 (renewing 01/01/26)
• Grant agreement funds from OHA for Primary Care for Adolescent, Screenwise and Reproductive Health – $101,044.00 (07/01/25‑06/30/27)
• Lincoln County Public Works proposes to declare surplus and auction Equipment #1251, a 2014 Ford F-350 Pickup (VIN 1FT8W3B68EEA92800)
• Agreement between Lincoln County Sheriff's Office and New Life Wellness to provide clinical evaluations and treatment for substance‑use disorders for jail inmates
• Lincoln County Community and Economic Development Grant Program – grant scoring and funding recommendations

General

The Lincoln County Local Public Safety Coordinating Council will hold a brief welcome and introductions. The council will approve the minutes from the November 2025 meeting. Members will provide updates. No other decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Brief welcome & introductions
• Approval of November 2025 meeting minutes
• Member updates

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BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will hold a virtual work session to discuss the vacancy process for Commissioner Position 2. No formal action or vote is indicated; the item is listed under Discussion/Information. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order and roll call.

• Discussion of vacancy process for Commissioner Position 2

Fair Board

The Lincoln County Fair Board will meet to elect officers and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The board will also discuss the schedule for future meetings in 2026.

• Election of officers
• Approval of Fair Board meeting minutes from November 13, 2025
• Discussion of Fair Board meeting times for 2026

BOC Meeting

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners will consider several actions, including authorizing a bond sale for the Lincoln County Commons, legalizing a portion of South Drift Creek Road, and reviewing Ordinance 542 on county contracts. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as adopting the consent calendar and public comments.

• Order legalizing a portion of South Drift Creek Road (No. 109)
• Second reading of Ordinance 542 re: LCC Chapter 7 Contracts
• Order regarding Lincoln County Public Contracting & Purchasing Policy
• Resolution authorizing a bond sale for the Lincoln County Commons
• Grant for tobacco prevention education ($30,000) and public health amendment ($230,496.72)