Marion County officials say a newly built Health and Human Services building is a one-time investment that could help save hundreds of thousands in annual costs for space currently leased in offices scattered throughout Salem.
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Homeowners see modest tax increases as Salem property values rise quickly
The tax break for Amazon’s Salem distribution center is up this year, meaning the company owes $1.6 million in property taxes to fund local government and schools.
Judge rules against Marion County over Oregon State Hospital patients, but county fights back
Marion County on Tuesday filed a lawsuit against the Oregon Health Authority in a bid to force the state to treat patients accused of crimes
Disability group accuses Marion County of thwarting federal court order over mental health patients
Disability Rights Oregon says Marion County judges are undermining an agreement to ease crowding in the Oregon State Hospital
Salem teen sentenced to life in prison for 2021 murder-for hire
Gerardo Trujillo-Torres, now 19, pleaded guilty to shooting two people and killing one when he was 16 in January 2021. The teen must serve at least 15 years before he will be eligible for parole.
Public asked to comment on Parkdale Park development in northeast Salem
County officials will present updates Tuesday, June 20, on the development of Parkdale Park, intended to add more green space and an improved stormwater system to the undeveloped area.
Eugene man sentenced in 2021 Salem murder-for-hire with teen shooter
The teen charged with shooting two people, one fatally, in a fake drug deal outside a northeast Salem elementary school is scheduled to change his not guilty plea on July 6.
Marion County Budget Committee approves cutbacks after federal boost post-Covid, fires
Marion County has budgeted $27 million less for the upcoming year than the last. County officials say they have less federal money, are spending less on contracts and are rolling back wildfire recovery funding.
Isaac’s Room to expand program for youth with new grant
Program leaders say the $250,000 recently awarded by Marion County will help create around a dozen new jobs in Salem for divested teens and young adults involved with Isaac’s Room, which seeks to provide life skills and mentorship.
Marion County residents quiz U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley during town hall
The senator fielded questions about mental health funding, the war in Ukraine and catalytic converters during an hour long conversation with constituents on Monday, Feb. 6.
