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Join Benton County Natural Areas & Parks, Corvallis Parks & Recreation, Corvallis Environmental Center, Oregon State University Dept. of Botany & Plant Pathology, and The Mushroomery for an introductory exploration of Pacific Northwest mushrooms where participants can learn to identify different mushrooms in a natural setting.
October 23, 2023
Smiles filled the halls of Benton County Developmental Diversity the evening of Friday, Oct. 20. Clients, staff, and guests gathered for an open house at their new facility at the County’s Sunset Building at 4077 SW Research Way in Corvallis.
Developmental Diversity moved into their new office location this past February. Since 2015, it had been located at 2420 Professional Drive in Corvallis. The move has provided additional space for the program to better serve clients and bring staff closer to their peers in other County programs.
During Friday’s open house, attendees were invited to tour the office, visit with staff, learn about the programs, and take part in numerous fun activities. A meal featuring sandwiches and cake was provided.
“We’re excited to welcome folks in to share our new space, build community, and celebrate developmental diversity together,” said Developmental Diversity Division Manager Jasper Smith.
The open house coincided with National Disability Employment Month, celebrated every year in October to highlight the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices that benefit employers and employees.
The County’s Developmental Diversity Program provides support for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities that meet state criteria for eligibility. The program serves as the point of access to services and support for people in Benton County, including employment connections and supports.
Benton County started as a pilot of the services coordination model in 1971 as the first county in Oregon along with Lincoln County. In 1973, the state legislature designated Oregon counties as the local authority for the coordination and delivery of services for people with developmental disabilities across the state. This initiated statewide developmental diversity services 50 years ago.
Inquire about the services provided at Benton County Developmental Diversity by visiting their website or calling 888-232-7192.
Benton County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring and employment practices. This document is available in alternative formats and languages upon request. Please contact Cory Grogan at 541-745-4468 or pioinfo@bentoncountyor.gov.
Benton County is thrilled to introduce its new County Administrator, Rachel McEneny, to the community. Rachel’s journey to Oregon, documented through an engaging video blog alongside her father Jack and trusty companion, Yaeger the dog, is an opportunity to learn a little about Rachel before she starts her leadership role with the County next week.
The Benton County Assessor’s Office has released the 2023 property tax statements. Certified property values are now available for property owners through the County Assessor’s website.
El Condado de Benton reconoció la importancia de la unidad y la diversidad durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana de 2023 con una reunión significativa y una lectura de proclamación para honrar a los empleados del Condado de Benton y la herencia latina/hispana el 3 de octubre, en el edificio Kalapuya en Corvallis. Los empleados del Condado de Benton y los líderes locales de Casa Latinos Unidos se reunieron para conmemorar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana en Estados Unidos, del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre.
Benton County recognized the importance of unity and diversity during 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month with a meaningful gathering and proclamation reading to honor Benton County employees and Latinx/Hispanic heritage on Oct. 3, at the Kalapuya Building in Corvallis. Benton County staff and local leaders from Casa Latinos Unidos came together to commemorate Hispanic America Heritage Month, September 15-October 15.
Located in the heart of the Willamette River Basin, and with several watersheds flowing through the County, much of Benton County faces the threat of periodic flooding. To help the region minimize these risks, Benton County convened a groundbreaking regional floodplain discussion in coordination with the Oregon Silver Jackets Team, at the Kalapuya Building in Corvallis on September 26.
![El edificio Sunset del condado de Benton, de color azul claro y con techo rojo, se encuentra a la izquierda de un cartel que dice [TEXTO]: Jornada de puertas abiertas sobre diversidad del desarrollo del condado de Benton, 4:00 p.m. a 6:00 p. m., 20 de octubre de 2023, 4077 SW Research Way, segundo piso, Corvallis, OR 97333.](https://boc.bentoncountyor.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/231003-DD-open-house-SP-1024x1024.png)
El Programa de Diversidad del Desarrollo del Condado de Benton llevará a cabo una presentación de sus nuevas oficinas el viernes 20 de octubre de 2023 de 4:00 p.m. a 6:00 p.m. en el edificio Sunset del Condado de Benton en el 4077 SW Research Way en Corvallis. Toda la comunidad está invitada a venir a la nueva ubicación de sus oficinas, después de haberse movido y reinstalado en febrero de 2023.
![The light blue Benton County Sunset Building with a red roof sits on the left of a banner with [TEXT]: Benton County Developmental Diversity Open House, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., October 20, 2023, 4077 SW Research Way, 2nd floor, Corvallis, OR 97333.](https://boc.bentoncountyor.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DD-open-house-October-2023.png)
The Benton County Developmental Diversity Program will hold an open house event on Friday, October 20, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Benton County Sunset Building at 4077 SW Research Way in Corvallis. They invite the community to join them in their new office location, after resettling from their move in February 2023.
September 21, 2023
Benton County is inviting qualified firms throughout Oregon, nationally, and internationally to submit proposals for the development of a Sustainable Materials Management Plan. This initiative aims to comprehensively address the environmental impact of materials throughout their entire lifecycle, necessitating collaboration across jurisdictional and geographical boundaries.
“Key elements of the plan include extensive community engagement, analyses, and recommendations to address material lifecycle impacts, and strategies for funding and administration,” said Benton County Community Development Solid Waste & Water Quality Program Coordinator Daniel Reddick. “The specific scope of work will be determined in collaboration with the selected proposer during the initial phase of plan development.”
The primary objective is to engage a firm to create a local/regional Sustainable Materials Management Plan for Benton County.
Responses to the RFP will undergo a rigorous review process, scored, and ranked based on defined criteria within the solicitation document.
The Request for Proposal document is available for download on the Benton County website: https://www.co.benton.or.us/rfps, or printed copies can be obtained by contacting Benton County Community Development at 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, Oregon 97333, or by phone at (541) 766-6819, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
For project inquiries or clarifications, please contact: Daniel Redick, Solid Waste and Water Quality Program Coordinator by email: Daniel.Redick@bentoncountyor.gov or phone: 541-766-6819.
An optional Pre-Proposal meeting is scheduled for September 27, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. PST. The meeting will be conducted virtually, and registration details are as follows:
Pre-Proposal Meeting Information:
Date: September 27, 2023
Time: 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for the meeting: Zoom Registration
Following registration, participants will receive a confirmation email with instructions on joining the virtual meeting.
All RFP responses must be sealed and clearly marked as “Benton County Sustainable Materials Management Plan Proposal.” Submissions should be sent to Benton County Community Development Department, Attention: Daniel Redick, Solid Waste and Water Quality Program Coordinator, 4500 SW Research Way, Corvallis, Oregon 97333, by 2:00 p.m. local time on November 8th, 2023.
For further information, please contact: Benton County Community Development Department by phone: 541-766-6819, email: Daniel.Redick@bentoncountyor.gov, or visit Community Development’s website.
Benton County is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring and employment practices. This document is available in alternative formats and languages upon request. Please contact Cory Grogan at 541-745-4468 or pioinfo@bentoncountyor.gov.