BCC Read County Code Public Hearing Statement at WBS
The Josephine County Board of Commissioners began their 9 a.m. Weekly Business Session with a statement regarding a County Code Public Hearing.
Commissioner Ron Smith read the statement, acknowledging that the public hearing second reading of an ordinance amending chapter 2.05 of the Josephine County Code relating to meetings of the board was noticed for July 1st, 2026. The hearing will continue at the next business session July 8th.
During public comment, the community brought topics including the Declaration of Independence reading on the 4th of July, garbage pick-up, opposition toward the potential separation of Firewise from Emergency Management, and a request for acknowledgement of Pride Month.
The board approved the consent calendar, fire season and safety during 4th of July celebrations were highlighted, and then the meeting adjourned.
A County Administration Workshop is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Thursday, with Human Resources presenting Position Requisitions, Insurance Renewals, and signing authority requests. The board will appoint an Interim HR Director, then adjourn pending other matters.
Posted on 7/1/26 9:41AM by Alex Bauer
