Author: Jack Heffernan
Otto proposes $556 million budget for next year
Interim Clark County Manager Kathleen Otto has proposed a $556 million budget for 2021, which the county Council will consider next week. The proposed spending plan would be $9.9 million more […]
Clark County could declare systemic racism a public health crisis
The Clark County Board of Health will soon discuss a resolution that declares systemic racism as a public health crisis. Clark County councilors, who comprise the Board of Health, agreed during […]
Are solar panels coming to Heritage Farm?
Solar panels may be coming to the 78th Street Heritage Farm. Elemental Energy, a Portland-based solar energy company, has proposed a two-megawatt solar farm on 5 acres of open land at […]
Little, Bowerman hold fundraising leads
Karen Bowerman and Matt Little hold healthy fundraising leads as their respective races for the Clark County Council enter the home stretch. Bowerman, a Republican, has raised $50,355 in cash contributions, […]
Another item on the civic to-do list in early November
The Clark County treasurer is warning residents to think ahead while completing a civic duty before early November, and it's not the one you're hearing the most about. The Nov. 3 […]
Where do I get my ‘I voted’ sticker?
With many lingering questions circulating this election cycle, here’s priority number 768,542: where do I get my “I voted” sticker? The traditional mementos from polling stations are not as common in […]
Clark County to mull “safe and sane” fireworks rule
The Clark County Council could adopt a “safe and sane” fireworks policy by the end of the year. The council voted 3-2 Wednesday in favor of considering the law change before […]
Little holds fundraising lead in county council race
Clark County Councilor Gary Medvigy enjoyed a hefty lead in the Aug. 4 primary election, but his challenger has outpaced him in fundraising. Matt Little, an independent candidate who is challenging […]
Clark County hopeful for “rainy day” funding
As smoke appears likely to leave the area soon, emergency funding could soon be on its way to Clark County. Lindsey Shafar, the county’s policy analyst, told the Clark County Council […]
Why holidays now cause ‘dread’ for Melnick
In another 2020 oddity, Clark County's top public health official is increasingly apprehensive about holidays. Public Health Officer Dr. Alan Melnick provided an update Wednesday to the Clark County Council on […]