Learn more about Solid Waste Management and Sustainable Materials in and around Benton County
Learn more about Solid Waste Management and Sustainable Materials in and around Benton County
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County offices closed Thursday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday
All Benton County offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024, in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The Sheriff’s Office will continue with patrols during the closure.
Meet Your 2024 Benton County Fair and Rodeo Queen, Naomi Bailey!
Mark your calendars, the Benton County Fair runs from July 31st through August 3rd! Benton County is thrilled to introduce Naomi Bailey as this year’s Fair & Rodeo Queen. Naomi will be a central figure throughout the fair, participating in various events and activities.
Benton County conducts Pre-Application Meeting with Republic Services for Coffin Butte Landfill Conditional Use Permit
Today, June 27, 2024, Benton County is conducting a Pre-Application Meeting with Republic Services in anticipation of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) application for the Coffin Butte Landfill. This preliminary meeting allows applicants to receive feedback from various county and state partners on complex projects before submitting a final application.
County offices closed Wednesday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday
All Benton County offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. The Sheriff’s Office will continue with patrols during the closure.
Benton County Courthouse and District Attorney office funding agreement finalized
Design plans for the Benton County Courthouse and District Attorney’s office are one step closer to construction. Benton County and the State of Oregon have agreed on a Master Funding Agreement which solidifies funding sources for the project. And, the County and the property owner have reached an agreement on the purchase of the land for the project.
Updated maps under review for Luckiamute River Watershed
Kings Valley residents recently had their first opportunity to view the proposed updated flood hazard maps for the Luckiamute River Watershed as Benton County hosted an open house May 30 at the Kings Valley Charter School. Residents were able to look over the tentative maps and have questions answered by representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and FEMA, as well as Benton County Floodplain Administrator and Senior Planner Toby Lewis and County Commissioner Pat Malone.
June is Pride Month in Benton County
Benton County values and supports diversity was the message the County declared as the Board of Commissioners officially proclaimed June as Pride Month. A proclamation was signed June 4 during the Commissioner’s scheduled meeting at the Kalapuya Building. Dharma Mirza, President of the Board of Directors for Mid-Willamette Trans Support Network, had the privilege of reading the County’s Pride Month proclamation.
Children and Family Mental Health program relocates to expanded facility
Benton County remains on the forefront of proving services to those with mental health issues, and that includes residents of all ages. The County recently expanded the size of their facility and the services it provides at Benton County Children and Family Mental Health. An open house was held May 31 at the program’s new location at 4185 SW Research Way in Corvallis. The day featured tours, meeting the staff, a resource fair, and family activities and prizes.
Safety & Justice Projects
Development of new Safety and Justice buildings, located one mile north of downtown Corvallis, are underway. Funded through County borrowing and state matching grants, the projects aim to centralize justice services, including a new courthouse, District Attorney’s Office, and Emergency Operations Center to enhance collaboration and efficiency.