Following a robust discussion, the Board of County Commissioners voted to close a $3 million budget gap in Lane County’s Waste Management Division by increasing fees and reducing some services.

The number of people experiencing homelessness in Lane County is trending slightly lower than last year based on the latest data.

The Community Health Centers of Lane County (CHCLC) today announced steps being taken to address financial challenges facing the organization.

Lane County Parks will temporarily close the day-use area and boat ramp at Armitage Park on Wednesday, June 24, while crews complete parking lot improvements.

Belknap Covered Bridge will be closed during the day, Monday through Thursday, between June 22 and August 3 for painting.

Monica Larcom is Lane County’s new emergency manager. Previously a supervisor with Lane County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue, Larcom began her new role at the end of April.

Lane County Parks will temporarily close the upper section of Summit Trail 1 at Mount Pisgah (Howard Buford Recreation Area) from June 17 through June 19 to allow crews to safely complete trail improvement work.

Lane County Parks invites community members to celebrate the reopening of the Armitage Dog Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 17, at 2:00 p.m. at Armitage Park.