Uncategorized - UNION COUNTY https://unioncountyor.gov Oregon Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:01:35 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://unioncountyor.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/logo_border_10b-150x150.png Uncategorized - UNION COUNTY https://unioncountyor.gov 32 32 RFP Accepted for County Comprehensive Plan Update https://unioncountyor.gov/rfp-accepted-for-county-comprehensive-plan-update/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:45:20 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=32363 UNION COUNTY Notice of Request for Proposals Union County Comprehensive Plan Update Phase I: Plan Audit and Community Outreach Proposals due by 4:00 p.m., Pacific Time, on Monday, May 25, 2026.   Union County is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide comprehensive land use planning services to complete Phase I of an update […]

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UNION COUNTY

Notice of Request for Proposals

Union County Comprehensive Plan Update Phase I: Plan Audit and Community Outreach

Proposals due by 4:00 p.m., Pacific Time, on Monday, May 25, 2026.

 

Union County is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide comprehensive land use planning services to complete Phase I of an update of Union County’s Comprehensive Plan, as more particularly described in Union County’s Request for Proposals.

An electronic copy of the Request for Proposals may be obtained at  https://unioncountyor.gov/planning/ or by calling Union County Planning Department at (541) 963-1014.

Proposals must be received by Inga Williams, Director of the Planning Department, by hand delivery or mail at 1001 Fourth Street, Suite C, La Grande, OR 97850, on or before 4:00 p.m., Pacific Time, on Monday, May 25, 2026. Sealed, opaque envelopes should be clearly marked “Union County – Comprehensive Plan Update – Phase 1”. Please provide one (1) digital copy (no email submittals), one (1) original hard copy, and three (3) hard copies of the Proposal. The original should be marked “Original” and must bear an original ink signature by an individual authorized to represent the proposer. Late submissions will not be accepted.

All questions or requests for clarification must be submitted in writing no later than May 18, 2026, to Inga Williams by email or mail at:

Email: iwilliams@Union-County.org

Mail:  Inga Williams, Union County Planning Department

1001 Fourth Street, Suite C

La Grande, OR, 97850

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]]> Title III Project Application Period Open https://unioncountyor.gov/title-iii-project-application-period-open/ Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:40:12 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=32058 Notice of Project Application Acceptance Title III Projects – Public Law 119-58 Union County is currently accepting project applications for funding under Title III of Public Law 119-58 (Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act).  Eligible project categories include: Firewise Communities Program Search, Rescue and other Emergency Services Emergency Services Training and Equipment Community Wildfire […]

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Notice of Project Application Acceptance

Title III Projects - Public Law 119-58

Union County is currently accepting project applications for funding under Title III of Public Law 119-58 (Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act). 

Eligible project categories include:

  1. Firewise Communities Program
  2. Search, Rescue and other Emergency Services
  3. Emergency Services Training and Equipment
  4. Community Wildfire Protection Plans
  5. Broadband Telecommunications Services

 

Applications are available here: Title III Project Application Form or may be obtained from the Union County Commissioners Office, 1106 K Avenue, La Grande, OR  97850.

 

Questions may be directed to Annette Powers at apowers@union-county.org.  

 

The deadline for submission of project proposals is Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

 

Additional information regarding eligible projects is available from the U.S. Forest Service at:

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]]> Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee to meet https://unioncountyor.gov/opioid-abatement-advisory-committee-to-meet-3/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:41:15 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=32051 PUBLIC NOTICE The Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee (OAAC) is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, April 8 at 1:30 pm. The meeting will take place in the Misener Room located at; 1001 Fourth Street, Suite D, La Grande. Zoom video conference will also be available. Link listed below. Join by link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82271680855 Meeting ID: 822 7168 […]

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The Opioid Abatement Advisory Committee (OAAC) is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, April 8 at 1:30 pm. The meeting will take place in the Misener Room located at; 1001 Fourth Street, Suite D, La Grande. Zoom video conference will also be available. Link listed below.

Join by link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82271680855

Meeting ID: 822 7168 0855

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]]> Buffalo Peak Advisory Committee Meeting https://unioncountyor.gov/buffalo-peak-advisory-committee-meeting-4/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:29:45 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=32045 The Buffalo Peak Golf Course Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday, April 7.  The meeting will be held at 4:30 pm in the golf course clubhouse located at 1224 E Fulton Street in Union.

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The Buffalo Peak Golf Course Advisory Committee will meet Tuesday, April 7.  The meeting will be held at 4:30 pm in the golf course clubhouse located at 1224 E Fulton Street in Union.

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]]> Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) – 2026 Update https://unioncountyor.gov/community-wildfire-protection-plan-cwpp-2026-update/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:39:54 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31897 Union County Emergency Services is accepting public comment on the updated 2026 Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP). The CWPP is a non-regulatory document that serves as a guiding framework, offering recommendations and resources to help reduce the risk and impacts of wildfire in Union County. The plan addresses all CWPP objectives and meets the requirements […]

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Union County Emergency Services is accepting public comment on the updated 2026 Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP).

The CWPP is a non-regulatory document that serves as a guiding framework, offering recommendations and resources to help reduce the risk and impacts of wildfire in Union County. The plan addresses all CWPP objectives and meets the requirements of the Healthy Forest Restoration Act, while aligning with the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy.

A key component of the plan is the Mitigation Action Items, which outline prioritized strategies and actions to strengthen community wildfire resilience.

The draft plan is available for review at: Community Wildfire Protection Plan – 2026

Public comments will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Comments may be submitted via email to ucem@union-county.org.

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]]> Bids Accepted for Purchase of Vector Control Vehicle https://unioncountyor.gov/bids-accepted-for-purchase-of-vector-control-vehicles/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 22:20:57 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31747

Invitation to Bid

Sealed Bids will be received by the UNION COUNTY VECTOR CONTROL (UCVCD) at 1106 K Ave La Grande, Oregon 97850 until 4:00 P.M. March 9th 2026.

For:    Super Cab 4×4/AWD Pickup Truck OR Crew Cab 4×4/AWD Pickup Truck (2015 or newer) (must have fewer than 50,000 miles and have bumper to bumper warranty).

Plans, specifications, bid forms, etc., may be obtained through the following link or between 8:00 A.M and 4:00 P.M. Monday through Thursday for bidding purposes by email or phone at:


You may elect to mail or bring your bid in.  If you should mail your bid in, please specify on the outside of your sealed bid, “Vector Control Pickup Bid” and mail to bid opening address in time to be received before the closing date.

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]]> Commissioners to Consider Ordinance 2026-01 https://unioncountyor.gov/commissioners-to-consider-ordinance-2026-01-2/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:26:41 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31717 PUBLIC NOTICE ORDINANCE CONSIDERATION Amending the Union County Zoning, Partition and Subdivision Ordinance The Union County Board of Commissioners meeting in regular session on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 will consider at 9:20 a.m. the second reading of Ordinance 2026-01; In the Matter of An Ordinance Amending the Union County Zoning, Partition, and Subdivision Ordinance to […]

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ORDINANCE CONSIDERATION
Amending the Union County Zoning, Partition and Subdivision Ordinance

The Union County Board of Commissioners meeting in regular session on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 will consider at 9:20 a.m. the second reading of Ordinance 2026-01; In the Matter of An Ordinance Amending the Union County Zoning, Partition, and Subdivision Ordinance to Revise Articles 12, 13 and 21 to Provide Clarification and to Include the Addition of a Temporary Workforce Housing Conditional Use.

The meeting will be held in the Joseph Annex Conference Room, 1106 K Avenue, La Grande, Oregon with participation also available via Zoom teleconference at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81420006863 or by calling (253) 215-8782 and enter meeting ID 814 2000 6863.

Copies of the proposed ordinance may be obtained here: ORD 2026-01

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]]> Wolf Depredation Compensation Committee Meeting https://unioncountyor.gov/wolf-depredation-compensation-committee-meeting-7/ Mon, 09 Feb 2026 19:38:59 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31636 The Union County Wolf Depredation Compensation Committee will convene on Wednesday, February 11, 2026  at 2:00 p.m. in the Joseph Annex Conference Room located at 1106 K Avenue in La Grande.  The meeting will also be available via Zoom.  The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss grant applications received and recommend awards.

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The Union County Wolf Depredation Compensation Committee will convene on Wednesday, February 11, 2026  at 2:00 p.m. in the Joseph Annex Conference Room located at 1106 K Avenue in La Grande.  The meeting will also be available via Zoom.  The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss grant applications received and recommend awards.

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]]> Committee Members Needed https://unioncountyor.gov/committee-members-needed-2/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:42:42 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31440 The County has several openings available for volunteer committee members interested in serving. To view available openings and obtain an application, visit the Boards and Committees page.  Boards and Committees Advisory Committee Application

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The County has several openings available for volunteer committee members interested in serving.

To view available openings and obtain an application, visit the Boards and Committees page. 

Boards and Committees
Advisory Committee Application

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]]> MERA Committee Meeting Cancelled https://unioncountyor.gov/mera-committee-meeting-cancelled/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:50:05 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31391 The MERA Advisory Committee meeting that was scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next MERA Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

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The MERA Advisory Committee meeting that was scheduled for Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next MERA Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

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]]> Applications Accepted for County Wolf Depredation https://unioncountyor.gov/applications-accepted-for-county-wolf-depredation/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:56:11 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31339 The deadline for producers submitting applications for livestock death or injuries caused by wolves is January 31 for incidents that occurred from February 1, 2025 -January 31, 2026.  Funding is not available for missing livestock. Applications – available through the link below – may be submitted to Annette Powers at apowers@union-county.org or delivered/mailed to: Union County Attention: […]

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The deadline for producers submitting applications for livestock death or injuries caused by wolves is January 31 for incidents that occurred from February 1, 2025 -January 31, 2026.  Funding is not available for missing livestock.

Applications – available through the link below – may be submitted to Annette Powers at apowers@union-county.org or delivered/mailed to:

Union County

Attention: Annette Powers

1106 K Avenue

La Grande, OR 97850

Applicants with questions may contact Annette at 541-963-1001.

Wolf Depredation Application

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]]> WURA Board Meeting https://unioncountyor.gov/wura-board-meeting-4/ Thu, 08 Jan 2026 22:54:12 +0000 https://unioncountyor.gov/?p=31261 The Wallowa Union Railroad Authority (WURA) will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Join Meeting   To join the meeting, click the blue box above or call 253-215-8782 and enter the Meeting ID: 878 1521 8179

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The Wallowa Union Railroad Authority (WURA) will hold a virtual meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Join Meeting

 

To join the meeting, click the blue box above or call 253-215-8782 and enter the Meeting ID: 878 1521 8179

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