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.
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YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider Cordon Road improvements
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider spending $500,000 on drug testing for the county’s Health and Human Services Department
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider raises for elected officials
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider adding $34.9 million to a contract with a software firm for managing law enforcement records.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider contract with mortuary service
Commissioners on Wednesday will also hear a presentation from the Strategic Economic Development Corporation, also known as SEDCOR, with a report on its work over the past quarter.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider adding funds to evidence building project
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider awarding federal funds to a nonprofit for redevelopment of Highland Cottages. The complex will have six affordable units for a county program that provides childcare and addiction treatment for parents.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider funding for Medicaid services
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider a $1.1 million contract with the Oregon Health Authority to help county residents eligible for Medicaid get access to medical and social services.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider upgrades to Lancaster, Hollywood Drives
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider approving two $150,000 contracts with local ambulance services to provide free vaccines for respiratory illnesses.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider disaster mitigation plan
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider a step forward in a project intended to add pedestrian walkways, bike lanes and curb ramps on Southeast Connecticut Avenue.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider Hayesville Drive improvements
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider a funding agreement with the state for evaluating existing and future county road conditions.
YOUR GOVERNMENT: Marion County commissioners consider state money to fix wildfire-damaged rails
Commissioners on Wednesday will also consider expanding contracts for food handler testing as well as security on two properties run Marion County’s Health and Human Services Department.