Category Marion & Polk County
Marion County Commissioners accept $6 million in state money for behavioral health housing
The state funding is intended to provide housing assistance and behavioral health treatment. County officials say they will seek proposals from local providers to help fill gaps through services such as residential treatment homes.
AGENDA: Marion County Commissioners reconsider funding for behavioral health housing
Commissioners on Wednesday will consider a $6.31 million contract with the state for housing assistance and residential behavioral health treatment. The board postponed a vote to accept the funding at a Sept. 21 meeting.
Marion County Commissioners consider Covid relief funds for fire district, nonprofits
Marion County Commissioners meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday in the Senator Hearing Room at 555 Court Street N.E. The meeting is streamed live on YouTube.
Property tax assessments show record jumps in Salem-area property values
The value of homes and residential land in Marion County jumped nearly 27% in 2022 — but Measure 50 will limit tax increases to 3% in most cases.
Guilty plea closes Polk County cold murder case 25 years after body found
Brian Clifton pleaded guilty Thursday to murdering his wife Kathy Thomas in 1996 when the couple lived in Salem.
Salem, here’s how to make your vote count on Election Day
From lost ballots to blank envelopes, officials share common issues that show up every Election Day, and tips on how to make sure your vote counts.
Marion County commissioners consider contract with Salem Health for psychiatric treatment
Marion County Commissioners on Wednesday will consider contracting with Salem Health to help provide inpatient psychiatric services for people with mental health disturbances or addiction.
Incumbent Cameron, challenger Dennis vie for Marion County commissioner seat
Kevin Cammeron in his bid for re-election seeks to continue the work he started as a commissioner. His opponent, Andrew Dennis, says his experience as a state housing policy analyst makes him better equipped to oversee the county’s budget.
Marion County gets federal windfall – no strings attached
Marion County is getting a surprise allocation of $1 million from the federal government, money that comes with virtually no restrictions. County officials haven't decided yet to do with unexpected funding.