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Environment & climate in Oregon local government

What Oregon city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about environment & climate — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.

500 Oregon meetings since 2024 covered environment & climate. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.

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Independence, OR · Tue Sep 8, 2026 · City Council

Council to consider LED streetlight conversion, budget amendments, and grants

The Independence City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 8, 2026, with several action items on the agenda. These include a Pacific Power LED streetlight conversion, budget amendments for fiscal 2026-27, and two Regional Infrastructure Fund grant resolutions (one for wetlands, one for Habitat for…

West Linn, OR · Tue Sep 1, 2026 · City Council Work Session

Council to discuss I-205 bridge improvements and emerald ash borer response

The West Linn City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including a proclamation for National Preparedness Month, Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) improvements to the I-205 Abernethy Bridge, and an update on the emerald ash borer from Parks and Recreation. The meeting also includes…

Forest Grove, OR · Thu Aug 20, 2026 · Public Arts Commission

Public Arts Commission to plan 20th anniversary celebration

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission is meeting to discuss and decide on the 20th Anniversary Celebration, including invitations, media outreach, reception, display case, and budget. The agenda also includes routine consent items (approving minutes) and information updates on the Main Street Project, a tribute to…

Ontario, OR · Thu Aug 20, 2026 · Parks Committee

Parks Committee to hear Greenspace Master Plan update and Moore Park report

The Ontario Parks Committee is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from prior meetings, hear public comments, and receive a presentation from Greenworks PC on the Technical Advisory Committee for the Greenspace Master Plan. They will also discuss updates on Moore Park. The meeting is largely procedural, with the…

City of Beaverton, OR · Wed Aug 19, 2026 · Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear Climate Action Plan presentation and training

The Beaverton Planning Commission is meeting to receive a presentation on the Beaverton Climate Action Plan and to undergo Planning Commission training. No public hearings or land-use decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of routine communications, a presentation, and training.

Ashland, OR · Thu Aug 13, 2026 · Climate and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee (CEPAC)

CEPAC to discuss city electrification, wildfire protection, and transportation plan

The Ashland Climate and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee (CEPAC) will hold a regular meeting to discuss unfinished business on city electrification, the Community Wildfire Protection Program, and the Transportation System Plan. New business includes reviewing CEPAC roles and responsibilities and the 2026 CEAP…

Redmond, OR · Wed Aug 12, 2026 · Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review Tree Code update and Housing Action Plan

The Redmond Planning Commission will hold a study session on the draft Tree Code update, receive a briefing on the Housing and Human Services Action Plan update, and continue a study session on its own rules, possibly making a recommendation. Public comment is invited on non-hearing items.

Ashland, OR · Wed Aug 12, 2026 · Climate and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee (CEPAC)

CEPAC to discuss Transportation System Plan and Balcony Solar

The Ashland Climate and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee (CEPAC) will hold a regular meeting to discuss two topics: the Transportation System Plan and Balcony Solar (tentative). No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion only.

Yachats, OR · Tue Aug 11, 2026 · Public Works and Streets Committee

Committee to discuss tiered water rates and budget balancing options

The Public Works and Streets Committee will hold a work session on tiered water rates, including a presentation on rate calculators and options for balancing the Public Works budget, such as storm or street fees and reducing included units. The regular session includes reports, a CIP review for remaining 2026…

Benton County, OR · Tue Aug 11, 2026 · Board of Commissioners

Board reviews BAT plan, 2040 Initiative, and Coffin Butte landfill report

The Board of Commissioners holds a goal-setting work session covering four main topics: a monthly update on the Benton Area Transit implementation plan, an analysis of the 2040 Initiative and county operations, a status update on the National Institute of Corrections report, and a discussion of Republic Services'…

Grants Pass, OR · Mon Aug 10, 2026 · Urban Tree Advisory Committee

Tree committee to discuss mapping, EAB update, and outreach

The Grants Pass Urban Tree Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting with action items including committee appointments, tree mapping, an emerald ash borer (EAB) update, and urban forestry management plan (UFMP) outreach. No votes or dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.

Gearhart, OR · Wed Aug 5, 2026 · City Council

Gearhart Council to consider zoning amendment, LED streetlight conversion, TLT increase

The Gearhart City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a proposed zoning amendment from the city planner, a PacifiCorp LED streetlight conversion opportunity, and a proposed Transient Lodging Tax (TLT) increase with ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes routine items…

City of Beaverton, OR · Wed Aug 5, 2026 · Planning Commission

Commission to review PUD boundary changes and tree removal appeal

The Planning Commission will consider a proposal by Holt Holdings, OR LLC to modify boundaries between two Planned Unit Developments. The body will also hear an appeal regarding the removal of 12 community trees at the Williams Court Subdivision.

Klamath County, OR · Tue Aug 4, 2026 · Board of Commissioners

Board approves $573,970 solar project and $50,025 waste containers

The Klamath County Board of Commissioners will decide on purchasing six roll-off waste containers for $50,025 and awarding a $573,970 solar project at the Juvenile Department. They will also vote on ordinance amendments, intergovernmental agreements, and a tribal police training MOU.

Grants Pass, OR · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · City Council Meetings

City Council authorizes street lease for Main Street Grants Pass event

The Grants Pass City Council held a special meeting to consider a resolution regarding a street lease. The council adopted a resolution allowing the City Manager to lease a portion of 5th Street for an event.

Redmond, OR · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Planning Commission

Planning Commission to vote on 2026 Annual Code Cleanup report

The Redmond Planning Commission will approve the agenda, minutes, and a report on the 2026 Code Cleanup, which includes a vote to forward recommendations to the City Council. Staff will brief the commission on updates to the Tree Code, the SE Redmond Market Study, and proposed changes to commission rules. Additional…

Crook County, OR · Wed Jul 22, 2026 · Board of Commissioners

Board to consider Bowman Museum local option tax levy proposal

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…

Curry County, OR · Tue Jul 21, 2026 · Business Meeting

Curry County Board considers river flow resolution and animal control staffing

The Board of Commissioners will meet to address administrative personnel changes and county policies. Key discussions include a resolution regarding minimum river flow and the adoption of a position description for animal control personnel.

Hood River County, OR · Mon Jul 20, 2026 · Board of Commissioners Work Session Business

Board to review fiscal sustainability report forecasting multi-million dollar deficits

The Board of Commissioners will consider a Baker Tilly report on the county's organizational assessment and fiscal sustainability. The report projects a General Fund deficit of approximately $2.75 million for FY 2026-27 and potential depletion of reserves by FY 2027-28.

Forest Grove, OR · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Public Arts Commission

Public Arts Commission to discuss sponsorship for Chalk Art Festival

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission will consider a sponsorship application from Allie Losli/Valley Art for the Chalk Art Festival and plan a 20th Anniversary Celebration, including an invite list, media blitz, reception, and budget. The meeting also includes updates on the Main Street Project's waste receptacle…

Ashland, OR · Thu Jul 16, 2026 · Transportation Advisory Committee

TAC to discuss e-bike safety and transportation plan updates

The Transportation Advisory Committee will review the Transportation System Plan Update and discuss e-bike safety and education. The body will also address a trail connection to Pioneer Street and review crash reports and municipal code updates.

Seaside, OR · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · City Tree Board

Tree Board reviews future direction and board changes

The Seaside City Tree Board will discuss the future direction of the board and review changes to its membership. The meeting agenda includes a review of the original ordinance regarding the Arboretum Project.

Sherman County, OR · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · County Court

Board to discuss Biglow Solar mitigation funds and planning appointments

The Sherman County Court hears quarterly reports from the museum and senior center, then discusses Biglow Solar Project Ag Mitigations Funds. Action items include Planning Commission appointments, destroying unissued checks, and voiding returned resident incentive checks. The consent agenda covers June 2026 minutes…

Tillamook County, OR · Wed Jul 15, 2026 · Board Meeting

Board considers real estate agreements and grant funding for housing and health services

The Board of Commissioners will consider agreements for real estate purchases, a mattress recycling program, and housing production grants. The agenda also includes items regarding health services, environmental health fees, and a roof rehabilitation project.

Medford, OR · Tue Jul 14, 2026 · Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider street rename and city contracts

The Medford Planning Commission will review several agenda items on July 14, including a fire commissioner appointment, multiple ordinances and resolutions, and a contract. A resolution to rename Front Street to Back Avenue will be considered. The commission will also address items on the consent calendar and approve…

Grants Pass, OR · Mon Jul 13, 2026 · Urban Tree Advisory Committee

Urban Tree Advisory Committee to discuss community forestry and tree mapping

The Grants Pass Urban Tree Advisory Committee will meet on July 13, 2026, to consider action items including committee appointments, Our Community Forestry, and Tree Mapping. The committee will also approve minutes from June 8, 2026, and hear public comment.

Ashland, OR · Wed Jul 8, 2026 · Climate and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee (CEPAC)

CEPAC to discuss city electrification

The Climate and Environmental Policy Advisory Committee (CEPAC) will meet to discuss city electrification. This is the sole topic listed on the agenda.

Florence, OR · Wed Jul 8, 2026 · Environmental Management Advisory Committee (EMAC)

EMAC meeting agenda lacks substantive items

The Environmental Management Advisory Committee (EMAC) will hold a regular meeting on July 8, 2026. The provided agenda contains only procedural information on how to attend and provide testimony, with no specific discussion or decision items listed.

Yachats, OR · Tue Jul 7, 2026 · Community Spaces Committee

Committee will discuss pond restoration options and upcoming community projects

The Yachats Community Spaces Committee will review the evolution of its commission, introduce the Waste Prevention and Material Reduction Initiative, and wrap up 4th of July festivities. The committee will also hear a report from Dan on geotechnical and archaeological studies for the YERC and brainstorm related…

Jackson County, OR · Tue Jun 30, 2026 · Work Session

Jackson County Board discusses public health modernization and litigation costs

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss public health planning and legal contributions. The meeting includes a review of a partition plat and comments on an environmental assessment.

Grants Pass, OR · Mon Jun 29, 2026 · City Council Workshops

Council to vote on extending temporary green waste fee increase at Redwood Transfer Station

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Washington-Midland redevelopment opportunity plan, water incline rates, and council procedures. After the workshop, they will vote on a motion to authorize the City Manager to amend the franchise agreement with Southern Oregon Sanitation, extending a temporary rate…

Forest Grove, OR · Thu Jun 25, 2026 · General

Public Arts Commission plans 20th anniversary celebration

The Forest Grove Public Arts Commission will discuss plans for its 20th anniversary celebration, including an invite list, media blitz, reception, and display case. The commission will also consider approving the May 12, 2026 meeting minutes and receive updates on the Main Street Project, a tribute to Pat Truax, the…

Redmond, OR · Thu Jun 25, 2026 · Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee

Redmond ESAC to discuss $50,000 Youth Climate Action Fund and water management

The Environmental Sustainability Advisory Committee will review the design of a $50,000 youth-led microgrant program from Bloomberg Philanthropies. The committee will also receive updates on stormwater planning, water quality monitoring, and the High School Creek Watershed Restoration Plan.

Coos Bay, OR · Wed Jun 24, 2026 · Tree Board

Tree Board to review tree removal requests

The Coos Bay Tree Board is meeting to consider action items regarding specific properties. The board will review requests for tree removal at two locations.

Crook County, OR · Wed Jun 24, 2026 · Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to reconsider pause on wildlife inventory for solar projects

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…

Astoria, OR · Wed Jun 24, 2026 · Historic Landmarks Commission

Public hearing on partial garage demolition and greenhouse addition at historic 1064 14th Street

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on an exterior alteration request to demolish 24 linear feet of a detached garage and build a greenhouse addition at 1064 14th Street, a designated historic property in the Shively-McClure National Register Historic District. The commission will also elect…

Independence, OR · Tue Jun 23, 2026 · City Council

City Council to consider renaming Madrona Street E. to I Street

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the renaming of Madrona Street E. and CDBG grant funding. The body will also consider budget adjustments, a supplemental budget, and updates to service fee ordinances.

Keizer, OR · Tue Jun 23, 2026 · Public Arts Commission

Commission to consider providing paint for the street art program

The Keizer Public Arts Commission will meet on June 23, 2026. The commission will review an artwork submission for the Street Art Program by Rachel Wood, a McNary student. It will also consider an amendment to the KPAC Master Plan that would have the city provide paint for the Street Art Program. The meeting will be…

Deschutes County, OR · Mon Jun 22, 2026 · Board of County Commissioners Meeting

Deschutes County Commissioners to discuss rural recycling and housing text amendments

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to appoint a new member to the Deschutes County Wolf Committee, discuss implementation of a rural recycling program, and hold a work session on proposed housing text amendments related to site plans, conditional uses, and other sections. The meeting also includes public…

Multnomah County, OR · Thu Jun 18, 2026 · Regular Board Meeting

Board to set new building permit fees and approve cable service agreements

The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will vote to establish new fees for building and land use permits administered by the City of Portland. The agenda also includes approving a contract increase for the Zoning Code Improvement Project and an intergovernmental agreement for cable services with three cities.