Troy Brynelson - Salem Reporter
Councilor proposes paying Salem’s elected officials monthly stipend
Many other Oregon cities pay elected officials a stipend, but not Salem. Councilor Tom Andersen believes that could be a problem. Andersen last week filed a motion to give eight councilors and the mayor a monthly stipend as demands grow…
Salem could get $2.5 million back toward in replacing methane-burning facility
The city of Salem plans to replace its old methane-burning power generator and now has a $2.5-million incentive to ensure the new one performs. City officials announced Thursday it netted potentially $3 million to replace its Willow Lake Cogeneration Facility.…
Crier, Cameron coming down to the wire
Shelaswau Crier hands a flier to Mark Phoenix, a resident of Salem’s South Central neighborhood. Crier said she wants to improve health services throughout the county and bring about more affordable housing. (Troy Brynelson/Salem Reporter) Mark Phoenix watched from his…
No deal yet for Cherriots and Walmart, state dollars at risk
Cherriots and Walmart are negotiating over a swath of the retailer’s parking lot, near the intersection of Commercial Street Southeast and Baxter Road. (Salem Reporter files) Cherriots may have less than a month to secure a piece of Walmart’s parking…
Salem businesses in pursuit of commercial airliner
A private plane sits outside of Salem Aviation Fueling in Salem, owned by Brent DeHart. DeHart and other business leaders are hoping to garner private pledges to bring commercial air service back to the city. (Troy Brynelson/Salem Reporter) It’s not…
Salem approves Kuebler Gateway Shopping Center with conditions
A view over the intersection of Battle Creek Road Southeast and Kuebler Boulevard, near where the Kuebler Gateway Shopping Center is proposed. (Troy Brynelson/Salem Reporter) Salem city planners on Tuesday approved a plan to build a nearly 200,000-square-foot shopping center…
Spurning big cities, tech workers opting for Salem
Scott Wolf, a process technician, repairs a station at Garmin’s offices near McNary Field. Garmin has added more than 100 workers since 2013, General Manager Steve VanArsdale said. (Troy Brynelson/Salem Reporter) The math was easy for Brian Sheridan. In spring…
Marion County department manager accused of harassment no longer employed
Update, 5 p.m.: The county has released additional information. Marion County confirmed Monday the public works manager accused of workplace discrimination and sexual harassment is no longer employed there. The departure comes nearly two weeks after alleged behavior by Don…
Salem Chamber of Commerce leader resigns
The Salem Area Chamber of Commerce. CEO Nick Williams announced Friday he will resign by the end of the year. (Courtesy of the Photos By Orion and the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce) The latest staffer to leave the Salem…
Salem secures financing for new ozone-based water treatment, plans underway
The city of Salem pictured in the summer. Salem City Council recently voted to increase utility rates, which will help finance a new $56 million overhaul of its water treatment facilities. (Salem Reporter files) When toxins seeped into taps of…