Source: McKenzieRebuilds.org We have an important update regarding NON-CONFORMING USE properties/structures. Senate Bill 405 has been approved by the Oregon Legislature and is headed to the Governor’s desk for signature. The bill extends the deadline to rebuild non-conforming use structures to Sept. 25, 2025. State law had previously only allowed 12 months for property owners to rebuild….
Sean Davis Sean is working on a COVID-compliant Halloween party for the kids. Last year’s one was a great success and they’re hoping that in spite of all the difficulties they’ll be able to make some fun memories for the young’uns. Madison offered to host the event at the MGS and it is likely to…
Source: Office of External Arrairs – FEMA–DR 4562-OR–Fact Sheet # 105 | Feb. 24, 2021 Oregon disaster survivors receiving Social Security or other state, or federal government aid have no cause for concern that disaster assistance might affect their benefits. Federal Disaster Assistance is Not Counted as Income Internal Revenue Service rules say qualified disaster…
Source: Ready.gov The Ready 2022 Preparedness Calendar is a planning tool that marks preparedness activities and provides customizable resources to help promote preparedness throughout the year. Please feel free to adapt the materials to hazards that can impact your local area. Social media toolkits are available for many weather and climate events such as extreme heat,…
Great news for those living and working in the Rainbow and McKenzie Bridge area on the East side of the Highway 126 road closure. With the help of FEMA and community members, there is now a Mobile Cell Tower at Tokatee Golf Course providing free Wi-Fi for anyone who needs it. There is also a…
Source: ODFFire.com August 6, 2021 La Grande, OR- Firefighters across the district have been busy responding to several lightning-caused fires from yesterday’s thunderstorms. A total of 25 smoke reports have been reported on lands protected by Oregon Department of Forestry-Northeast Oregon District. These fires are spread around the district, however several of them have occurred…