Grants & funding in Oregon local government
What Oregon city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about grants & funding — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
540 Oregon meetings since 2024 covered grants & funding. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Oregon with the most grants & funding activity
- Grants Pass, OR (77)
- Ashland, OR (40)
- Crook County, OR (38)
- Lincoln County, OR (34)
- Morrow County, OR (33)
- Tillamook County, OR (30)
- Rockaway Beach, OR (27)
- Klamath County, OR (27)
- Astoria, OR (22)
- Coos Bay, OR (20)
- Keizer, OR (18)
- Benton County, OR (17)
Latest matching meetings
Committee will review applications for open wolf‑committee positions
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.
Board will consider an industrial and data‑center development resident workshop
The Morrow County Board of Commissioners will review a consent agenda that includes approval of Amendment No. 3 for the Rock Crushing Services Agreement at the Dougherty Pit. Business items include a resident workshop on an industrial and data‑center development, the election and allocation of Secure Rural Schools…
Public Safety Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 21, 2026
The Public Safety Advisory Committee will meet to conduct regular business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific action items listed.
Arts Commission reviews 2026/27 budget and updates allocations
The Keizer Public Arts Commission will approve minutes from June 2026 meetings, set the 2026‑2027 gallery exhibit schedule, consider art submissions by Madison Stewart and Deborah Sisco, and review the commission's budget, including the 2025/26 ending balance and updated allocations for 2026/27. The commission will…
City Council to consider rideshare ordinance and paving contracts
The Astoria City Council will meet on July 20, 2026, to approve routine minutes and consider several major items including a lease for the Astoria Regatta, a $25,000 homeland security grant, and the adoption of an ordinance allowing transportation network companies to operate in the city.
Public Arts Committee to discuss Year of Public Art funding proposal
The Ashland Public Arts Advisory Committee will meet to consider several agenda items, including a funding proposal for the Year of Public Art that may be signed at this meeting. Other discussion points include the results of the Signal Boxes selection committee, a location proposal for the Guanajuato Heart &…
Fair Board plans traffic control, volunteer needs, Amazon grant for bleacher rental
The Fair Board will review minutes and receive reports from 4-H, maintenance, and the county administrator. They will discuss fair updates including ribbon delivery, contracts for judges/entertainment/vendors, and the premium book. New business includes transit roles and costs, sheriff's office traffic control for…
TAC approves tourism grants for local events and mural project
The Tourism Advisory Committee approved several destination event grants and a mural project at the Oceanway public parking lot. The committee also reviewed monthly visitor statistics and discussed a new marketing strategy brief.
Council to discuss Hunter Communication franchise agreement
This is a workshop meeting with no final decisions. The council will discuss a franchise agreement with Hunter Communications & Technologies, LLC, review the proposed 2027 Community Grant Program schedule and policy, and receive an update on the Downtown Parking Project.
Board approves contracts for traffic signals, truck, and printer maintenance
The Klamath County Board of Commissioners will approve contracts for traffic signal design, a new truck, and printer maintenance, along with several grant agreements and a franchise renewal.
Committee to consider motion supporting Williams Safe Routes to School
The Bikeways and Walkways Committee will discuss Riverwalk connectivity, Rails with Trails development, and Cycle Oregon planning. The committee will also vote on a motion to support the Williams Safe Routes to School project and review the Committee Project Tracker.
Committee on Public Art discusses art projects and subcommittee updates
The Committee on Public Art will review status updates for Art in Motion and Art Boxes. Members will also discuss subcommittee items including an Art Box RFP, artist contracts, and public art standards.
Parks Commission to discuss South Coast Rail Trail Project
The Parks Commission will meet to receive updates on the Marshfield Pioneer Cemetery and parks grants. The body will also discuss the Port of Coos Bay "South Coast Rail Trail Project."
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.
Commissioners to weigh comments on OMB grant rule changes
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.
Board to vote on $339,000 for eviction mitigation program
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda and several regular agenda items. Key decisions include a budget modification appropriating $339,000 for eviction mitigation, first reading of a labor harmony ordinance, and ratification of two collective bargaining agreements with AFSCME…
Commission reviews privately developed public art proposal for Avalon Redmond Tech Station
The Redmond Arts & Culture Commission will discuss the operating support grant for Pride Across the Bridge, evaluate a privately developed public art proposal for the Avalon Redmond Tech Station site, consider a motion to approve Redmond Lights Art, and review a draft joint meeting agenda. The meeting also includes…
Keizer committee to discuss bullying prevention and grant policy
The Keizer Community Diversity Engagement Committee will meet to review minutes and hear reports. The agenda includes a discussion on recommending a proclamation for National Bullying Prevention Month and a new policy for committees to apply for grants.
Minutes of June 24 meeting: Eden Glen PUD variances heard
This document contains the minutes of the Urban Area Planning Commission meeting on June 24, 2026, not the agenda for the July 8 meeting. The commission held a public hearing on the Eden Glen planned unit development (PUD) and two variance requests: street length (388 ft vs 250 ft max) and street design width (24 ft…
Findings of fact on Eden Glen PUD with major variances
The Urban Area Planning Commission will consider findings of fact for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) with major variances at Eden Glen. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with no public hearings scheduled.
Board to consider proposed code enforcement ordinance
The Board will approve prior meeting minutes and consider a proposed code enforcement ordinance from Rob Sayler and Stephanie Brown. They will discuss a comment letter to the Office of Management and Budget on proposed federal grant rules and an invoice from the Association of O&C Counties. A request from Paul Stewart…
Tourism Advisory Committee to hear updates from Visit Grants Pass
The Tourism Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting covering routine business: roll call, public comment, and approval of the June 2, 2026 minutes. The main work session includes updates from Visit Grants Pass, a Caves update with Sue Densmore, and an ORR update. No action items or financial decisions are on…
City Commission to vote on utility billing code update, solid waste rates
The City Commission will hold a second reading of Ordinance No. 26-1008 to amend the public utility service billing code. The consent agenda includes a corrected solid waste rate schedule (Resolution 26-16) effective July 1, 2026, and several service contracts for roof replacement, environmental assessment, and…
City Council hearing regarding appeal of the City Sign Code
The Grants Pass City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of the City Sign Code. The proposal concerns property located at 251 NE Agness Ave in the General Commercial zoning district.
Human Services Commission reviews grant applications
The Redmond Human Services Commission will review applications for funding from 19 community organizations. The meeting includes a summary of the previous session and a group icebreaker.
Board to hold supplemental budget hearing for FY2025-26
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…
Agency to vote on $160K in grants for three downtown projects
The Urban Renewal Agency and Advisory Commission will consider awarding up to $350,000 in competitive grant funding for three projects under the 2026 Call for Projects program. The three applicants—Flying M Designs, Mountain West Plaza Phase 3, and Northwest Furniture—have requested a total of $160,129. No public…
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.
Board to consider dog ordinance amendment and supplemental budget
The Tillamook County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and hold a final public hearing on an amendment to an ordinance regarding dogs running at large. The board will also review contracts for electrical upgrades at the fairgrounds and juvenile shelter…
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…
Public hearing on Eden Glen PUD with major variances
The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Eden Glen Planned Unit Development (PUD) with major variances (cases 105-00110-26 and 301-00165-26). The agenda also includes roll call, public comment, and approval of the June 10, 2026 minutes. No other business or findings of fact are scheduled.
Council to weigh $16.4M rail grant bid and set new fees
The City Council will discuss a $16.4 million CRISI rail grant application requiring a $3.3 million local match. They will hold public hearings on Resolution 1645 establishing fees for fiscal year 2027 and Resolution 1646 on electing state revenue sharing. Second presentations of Ordinance 1308 (comprehensive plan…
URA adopts FY 2026‑27 budget and tax levy for Woodburn Urban Renewal District
The Woodburn Urban Renewal Agency Board approved a resolution adopting the FY 2026‑27 budget, making appropriations and imposing taxes for the district. The board also approved a $2,985 grant (50% of the $5,970 lowest bid) for window repairs at 563 N Front Street. A consent agenda adopted the minutes from the April 13…
Grant approval for window improvements at 563 N. Front Street
The Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving a $2,985 Building Improvements Program grant to Jose Mendoza for window installation and replacement at 563 N. Front Street (Fernando's Beauty Salon). The rest of the agenda is procedural, including approval of prior meeting minutes.
Council to adopt FY2027 budget, including $?M capital plan
The Salem City Council will vote on adopting the FY2027 budget and the five-year Capital Improvement Plan. They will also consider applying for a FEMA grant to replace the Geren Island Water Treatment Facility bridge, extending the lien forgiveness program, and selecting a new city auditor.
Committee to review draft sidewalk infill and repair programs
The Multi-Modal Safety Committee will review a project spreadsheet of active items. Staff will provide an overview of draft sidewalk infill and repair programs and a new grant application policy for city committees, boards, and commissions.
Commission to receive updates on parks grants and regional beautification
The Parks Commission will conduct routine roll call and public comment. It will hear updates on parks and grant programs and a report from the Oregon Bay Area Beautification effort. The meeting concludes with staff and commissioner comments before adjournment.
Development Code Taskforce to review Article 27 on access standards
The Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce will discuss a review of Article 27, which covers access standards. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and items from members. No public hearings or decisions are scheduled.
Toledo Urban Renewal Agency to hold hearing and vote on FY 2026-2027 budget
The Urban Renewal Agency will hold a public hearing and vote to adopt the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The agency will also consider rehabilitation program applications for three local businesses.
Emergency Planning Committee to discuss Emergency Operations Plan
The Keizer Emergency Planning Committee will meet to discuss the Emergency Operations Plan. The committee will also review a new policy regarding how committees, boards, and commissions apply for grants.