Tommy Gong hired as new Lane County Clerk, will oversee elections

Posted on 08/11/2025

Lane County is excited to introduce Tommy Gong as the new Lane County Clerk. Gong, an experienced election administrator, started in his new role in July.   READ MORE...

Lane County’s Deeds & Records Office moving August 21

Posted on 08/07/2025

The Lane County Deeds & Records Office is relocating from the Elections Office at 10th and Lincoln in Eugene back to the County’s Public Service Building at 8th and Oak in Eugene.  READ MORE...

Road Closure: Martin Creek Road

Posted on 08/07/2025

Martin Creek Road south of Cottage Grove will be closed at the railroad crossing from August 14 at 4:30 p.m. until August 15 at 6:00 a.m. There is no detour.  READ MORE...

Lane County awarded Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for 22nd time

Posted on 08/05/2025

Lane County’s 2023–2024 comprehensive financial report has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This is the 22nd time Lane County has received this award.  READ MORE...

Community Health Centers of Lane County celebrates National Health Center Week

Posted on 08/01/2025

Community Health Centers of Lane County is proud to celebrate National Health Center Week (NHCW) 2025, taking place August 3-9  READ MORE...

Lane County Technology Services recognized as 2025 Digital Counties Survey winner for third year in a row

Posted on 07/16/2025

Lane County Technology Services received 8th place in this year’s Digital Counties Survey – making this the third year in a row in the top 10 counties with populations between 250,000 and 499,999.   READ MORE...

Lane County Public Health reminds community members to stay safe in heat; cooling resources listed

Posted on 07/16/2025

Temperatures in Lane County are forecasted to reach the mid-90s on Wednesday, prompting Lane County Public Health to remind residents to be aware of the signs of heat-related illness and to stay safe by staying cool.   READ MORE...

Lane County commissioners and Oregon Business Development Commission approve tax incentive for $253 million investment at Sierra Pacific Industries’ Eugene sawmill

Posted on 07/15/2025

Lane County proudly announces a significant step forward in regional economic development with the approval of Sierra Pacific Industries’ (SPI) $253 million Oregon Strategic Investment Program application.  READ MORE...

Free repair services coming to Cottage Grove, Florence & Oakridge with new ’Fix-It Booths’

Posted on 07/10/2025

Waste Wise Lane County, a part of Lane County Waste Management, is excited to announce a new initiative to bring free repair services to rural communities through “Fix-It Booths.”  READ MORE...

Recycling Modernization Act comes online to improve statewide recycling system

Posted on 07/01/2025

Today, Oregon’s Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act (RMA) officially goes into effect after five years of planning and preparation.  READ MORE...

Lane County ranks No. 1 on list of Oregon’s healthiest employers for fifth year in a row

Posted on 06/30/2025

Lane County has been recognized as the #1 healthiest employer in Oregon (1500-4999 employees) by the Portland Business Journal.  READ MORE...

Lane County recommends drug overdose prevention strategies for summer events

Posted on 06/27/2025

Lane County Public Health recommends safety precautions around substance use at festivals, concerts, and events  READ MORE...

Board of County Commissioners appoints Carl Wilkerson to serve as Lane County Sheriff

Posted on 06/11/2025

Carl Wilkerson has been unanimously appointed Lane County Sheriff by the Board of County Commissioners.   READ MORE...

Life Jacket Exchange returns to Springfield on June 14

Posted on 06/09/2025

Need to size up your growing child's life jacket for the summer? Come see the Lane County Sheriff's Search & Rescue on June 14th at the Springfield Elks Lodge!  READ MORE...

Road Closure: Old Mill Road (Office Covered Bridge)

Posted on 06/03/2025

The Office Covered Bridge in Westfir will be closed June 26 through June 29 for the annual Mountain Bike Oregon event.  READ MORE...

Lane County Human Services releases Point-In-Time Count data

Posted on 05/29/2025

Annually on the last Wednesday of January, Lane County Human Services Division, in partnership with numerous agencies and groups, conducts the annual one-night county-wide Point-in-Time (PIT) Count.   READ MORE...

ROAD CLOSURE: Place Road (Pengra Covered Bridge)

Posted on 05/19/2025

Pengra Covered Bridge will be closed during the day, Monday-Thursday, from May 27 through June 30.  READ MORE...

Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol offering free boat inspections

Posted on 05/14/2025

The Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol deputies are partnering with Bi-Mart to again offer free boat inspections throughout Lane County to help you get on the water safely  READ MORE...

Board of Commissioners to seek applicants for appointment to Lane County Sheriff

Posted on 05/13/2025

The Lane County Board of County Commissioners will be accepting applications from people interested in being considered to fill the role of Lane County Sheriff from Friday, May 16, at 12:01 a.m. to Tuesday, May 27, at 11:59 p.m.  READ MORE...

Annual test for subscribers of Lane County’s local emergency alert system on Wednesday, May 21, at 1:15 p.m.

Posted on 05/13/2025

Lane County Emergency Management will test the subscriber-based local emergency alert system – Lane Alerts – on Wednesday, May 21, at 1:15 p.m.   READ MORE...

Applications reopen May 15 for Holiday Farm Fire survivors interested in Lazy Days Mobile Home Park

Posted on 05/12/2025

The Lazy Days Mobile Home and RV Park, rebuilt by Homes for Good after the Holiday Farm Fire, has 13 2-bedroom modular homes that are still available for Holiday Farm Fire survivors to own or rent-to-own. A new round of applications will be accepted starting at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 15, until all units are filled. An ADA-accessible unit may be available.   READ MORE...

Help refine Lane County’s new strategic plan in person or online

Posted on 05/08/2025

Lane County is updating its three-year strategic plan for 2025–2027. This spring, insights gathered through surveys and focus groups with Lane County employees and the community were used to create a preliminary draft of the new strategic plan.  READ MORE...

Lane County proposes budget cuts while preserving services

Posted on 05/07/2025

Lane County’s proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year (2025–2026) is now available. The proposed budget addresses an estimated $6.3 million structural deficit in the General Fund while striving to balance necessary reductions with preserving services.  READ MORE...

Lane County, partners lose $19.5 million in contracted federal grant funding to increase community disaster preparedness

Posted on 05/06/2025

On May 2, Lane County received notification from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that the $19.5 million grant to establish six resiliency hubs in communities across Lane County was terminated.  READ MORE...

Sheriff Cliff Harrold announces retirement

Posted on 05/01/2025

Lane County Sheriff Cliff Harrold has announced his retirement effective May 16, 2025. Sheriff Harrold has served in the Lane County Sheriff’s Office for 35 years and was appointed sheriff in 2019 before being elected in 2020 and re-elected in 2024.   READ MORE...

Commissioners issue statement in support of immigrant and transgender community members

Posted on 04/22/2025

Today, the Board of County Commissioners voted to issue a statement reaffirming Lane County’s commitment to upholding the Oregon Sanctuary Promise Act and supporting transgender community members.  READ MORE...

Lane County Firewise Grant Program open for applications

Posted on 04/21/2025

Lane County’s Firewise Grant Incentive Program is accepting applications from residents in unincorporated Lane County beginning May 1 through 4:00 p.m. on May 30, 2025.  READ MORE...

Free Household Hazardous Waste Roundup in Lowell on Saturday, April 26

Posted on 04/21/2025

he free Household Hazardous Waste Roundup will collect up to 35 gallons of household hazardous waste per customer on Saturday, April 26, in Lowell.   READ MORE...

County mowers are rolling out—clear roadsides help keep them (and you) moving

Posted on 04/14/2025

It’s that time of year again: Lane County’s mowers are gearing up to trim back tall grass and brush along rural County-maintained roads. But before the blades start spinning, crews need a clear path—free of signs, fencing, and other roadside obstacles.  READ MORE...

Road Construction: Gilham Road

Posted on 04/11/2025

Construction on Gilham Road will occur through December 31, 2025.  READ MORE...

ROAD CLOSURE: Office Covered Bridge (Westfir)

Posted on 04/08/2025

The Office Covered Bridge in Westfir will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, for the City of Westfir's annual Easter Egg Hunt.   READ MORE...

Lane Events Center hosting April 3 open house for long-range planning effort

Posted on 03/20/2025

Lane Events Center (LEC) is updating its Master Plan to help guide investment in the property over the next 10 to 20 years and hosting an open house to explore initial concepts, discuss emerging values, and help shape a shared vision for the Lane Events Center.  READ MORE...

Spring into action: Donate to Operation Refill the Stockpile

Posted on 03/17/2025

Lane County Health & Human Services, in partnership with First Christian Church, is calling on the community to Spring into Action by donating essential items for those experiencing homelessness.   READ MORE...

Lane County Sheriff’s Office earns accreditation with Northwest Accreditation Alliance

Posted on 03/04/2025

On January 8, 2025, the Northwest Accreditation Alliance Professional Standards Committee unanimously recommended to grant the Lane County Sheriff's Office accredited status.   READ MORE...

New code allowing the placement of rental RVs starts today for rural Lane County properties

Posted on 02/27/2025

Beginning today, February 27, properties in unincorporated Lane County (meaning outside city limits and urban growth boundaries) that are zoned Rural Residential may be able to add a rental recreational vehicle (RV) to their property.  READ MORE...

City of Eugene, Lane County partner to make safety improvements at River Road and Beacon Drive

Posted on 02/12/2025

City of Eugene and Lane County transportation planners are working together to enhance safety features at the intersection of River Road and Beacon Drive in the Santa Clara neighborhood.  READ MORE...

Lane Events Center launches survey, website to kick off long-range planning effort

Posted on 02/11/2025

Lane Events Center (LEC) is updating its Master Plan to help guide investment in the property over the next 10 to 20 years. The process, which will take place over the next six months, is beginning with a community survey.  READ MORE...

Federal Funding Update From Lane County

Posted on 01/31/2025

Lane County is closely monitoring changes at the federal level and any effect they may have on the services we provide to our community. At this time, there are no changes to our services, including at our Community Health Centers of Lane County.   READ MORE...

2025–2026 Confidential Personal Property Returns deadline March 17

Posted on 01/23/2025

The deadline to file a Confidential Personal Property Return (CPPR) for businesses is March 17, 2025.  READ MORE...

Lane County awards $200,000 in grants to support economic development

Posted on 01/16/2025

Eight local nonprofits will receive grant funding from Lane County’s Community & Economic Development Program to support programs and projects focused on economic development.  READ MORE...

Rob Bovett selected to lead Lane County Counsel Office

Posted on 01/14/2025

Rob Bovett, a seasoned attorney with decades of public service experience, has been chosen unanimously as Lane County’s new county counsel and will lead the team of legal staff working on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners and County departments.   READ MORE...

Help create a new strategic plan for Lane County

Posted on 01/14/2025

Lane County is updating its three-year strategic plan for 2025–2027 and wants residents to give input through an online survey.  READ MORE...