News from Jacksonville, Oregon’s City Hall

November 2018 News From Jacksonville’s Committee for Citizen Involvement (CCI) – by Andrea Thompson, Chair and Tom Pratum, Vice Chair

On May 29, 1973, former Gov. Tom McCall signed into law SB 100. This landmark legislation moved Oregon into the vanguard of growth management efforts and put into motion the creation and adoption of statewide planning goals to govern the development of local comprehensive land use plans. The first of Oregon’s nineteen statewide planning goals […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:14-07:00October 23rd, 2018|City Hall Happenings|Comments Off on November 2018 News From Jacksonville’s Committee for Citizen Involvement (CCI) – by Andrea Thompson, Chair and Tom Pratum, Vice Chair
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Frequently Asked Questions – Food and Beverage (Meals) Tax vs. Surcharge

Why does the City need money?
Under Measures 5 and 50, the City has the second lowest property tax rate in Jackson County-$1.84 per thousand assessed value. Because our police services are using up most of our property tax revenues, we need to find other ways of paying for our police protection without sacrificing other City […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:16-07:00September 27th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, No Meals Tax in Jacksonville, Now|2 Comments
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Meet Your 2018 Candidates!

Donna Bowen – Jacksonville City Council

I am Donna Bowen, native Oregonian and resident of Jacksonville since 2008. I was a Vice President of Operations for various Brokerage firms including A.G. Edwards and Shearson, Lehman, Hutton, and American Express before retirement. I have also been a small business owner and until a few years ago, raised […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:16-07:00September 27th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, City Snapshot, Now|Comments Off on Meet Your 2018 Candidates!
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RESOLUTION NO. R2018-010 – A RESOLUTION OPPOSING BALLOT MEASURE 15-180

The Jacksonville City Council voted unanimously to approve the following resolution in opposition to a meals tax. Please read the entire resolution here.

RESOLUTION NO. R2018-010 – A RESOLUTION OPPOSING BALLOT MEASURE 15-180

WHEREAS, the Jacksonville City Council finds:

  1. As required by Oregon law, Jacksonville (City) has a Budget Committee of the seven City Councilors and seven […]
By |2020-09-30T14:16:16-07:00September 27th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, No Meals Tax in Jacksonville, Now|Comments Off on RESOLUTION NO. R2018-010 – A RESOLUTION OPPOSING BALLOT MEASURE 15-180
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Jacksonville Chamber Says Vote NO on Meals Tax! – by Tim Balfour, Executive Director, Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce

This is the first in a series of columns that add some detail to the decision by the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce and Business Association to oppose the proposed Meals Tax. It focuses on the City Council’s decision to implement a surcharge to help pay for police services rather than other funding options.

First, we want […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:18-07:00July 27th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, No Meals Tax in Jacksonville, Now|4 Comments
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A Few Rules for the Citywide Yard Sale

This year the Citywide Yard Sale event is Friday-Sunday, September 7-9, 2018. Sale day hours are 7:00am-8:00pm. Setup is allowed on Thursday September 6, from 6:00-10:00pm. Note: there are NO Sales Allowed on Thursday.

Remember, this event is not sponsored by the City of Jacksonville. Due to the nature of the event with lots of […]

By |2018-08-31T09:50:17-07:00August 31st, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Event News, Now|Comments Off on A Few Rules for the Citywide Yard Sale
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Live in Jacksonville? Get Involved!

The City of Jacksonville recently created a Committee for Citizen Involvement (CCI). Our role is to promote and facilitate the participation of our residents in local governance. While you are welcome to attend our meetings (posted in the City Newsletter and on the City’s website), that is not the only way to contact us.

You may […]

By |2018-06-27T16:56:58-07:00June 27th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Live in Jacksonville? Get Involved!
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Police Surcharge Discount Approved

Thanks to the efforts of the City Council, residents who earn less than $25,000 may qualify to pay zero for the newly-approved Police Surcharge. At its 6/5 meeting, the City Council voted 6-1 for program designed to assist those on fixed incomes and at lower income levels. The vote came after the Public Safety Committee […]

By |2018-08-31T17:06:59-07:00June 6th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, No Meals Tax in Jacksonville, Now|Comments Off on Police Surcharge Discount Approved
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FREE Police Protection in Jacksonville? – by Ken Gregg, Jacksonville City Councilor

FREE Police Protection in Jacksonville?

Yes, that’s correct. How? Just don’t eat out.

Starting this week, a petition will be put before the residents of Jacksonville in support of an initiative to place a tax on restaurants to pay for the town’s police protection.

The residents who say they already do not, or will not if the tax […]

By |2018-08-31T17:06:01-07:00May 20th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, No Meals Tax in Jacksonville, Now|5 Comments
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Jacksonville Firewise Neighborhood Debris Collection is May 5th

Jacksonville will hold one Jacksonville Firewise Debris Collection for all neighborhoods on Saturday, May 5, 8:30am-5:00pm.

We want to ask our neighbors to take their yard trimmings and debris to the “D” Street parking lot adjacent to the Jacksonville Public Works yard, adjacent to the Library and accessed off of “C” Street.

This should be a great […]

By |2018-04-02T12:05:22-07:00April 2nd, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Community, Garden, Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville Firewise Neighborhood Debris Collection is May 5th
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Police Surcharge Appears Likely

Editor’s Note: the following article is for contextual information. On April 17, council voted 6-1 in favor, directing staff draft a new Police Surcharge Ordinance which will be voted upon at the May 1 council meeting. (Councilor Garcia cast the dissenting vote.) Please see the Review website at that time for an update on the […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:26-07:00March 31st, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Police Surcharge Appears Likely
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Jeanena Whitewilson Named “Person of the Year”

Mayor Becker Recognizes One of Jacksonville’s Most Outstanding Citizen-Volunteers

At the March 20, 2018, City Council meeting, Jeanena Whitewilson was awarded the 2018 “Person of the Year” award by Mayor Paul Becker. In his remarks, the mayor noted that Jeanena is currently serving as the Vice-Chair of the Jacksonville Community Center, a group she’s been working […]

By |2018-03-30T17:09:51-07:00March 30th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Jeanena Whitewilson Named “Person of the Year”
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HARC Grounds 3-Story Structure

On March 7, the Historical Architectural Review Commission voted 5-1 to deny a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 3-story townhome building located on a 17-foot-wide parcel abutting the Fire Department at 150 E. C Street. The applicant, Veritas Group, via their representatives, argued that the in-fill project complied with current Jacksonville building codes and that […]

By |2018-03-08T13:57:08-08:00March 8th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Now|2 Comments
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Why Join CERT? – by Bob Budesa, Jacksonville CERT

The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program educates and trains volunteers in team organization, light search and rescue, fire safety, first aid, CPR, proper radio protocol, traffic control, and disaster medical operations to better assist professional agencies (fire, police) with the hazards that may result from disasters that impact their area of responsibility.

In 1985, the […]

By |2018-03-01T12:50:29-08:00March 1st, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Community|Comments Off on Why Join CERT? – by Bob Budesa, Jacksonville CERT
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Your Speed Is…Too Fast!

You’ve likely noticed the newest speed-fighting sign that’s been posted in various high traffic areas. Police Chief David Towe obtained the sign and has been moving it to different locations to study the impact. In an online post showing-off the sign during the first week of February, Towe said, “By now I am sure you’ve […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:31-07:00March 1st, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Your Speed Is…Too Fast!
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Funding our Police Protection Fund – by City Administrator Jeff Alvis and Treasurer Stacy Bray

We have every reason to be proud of Jacksonville’s police force. We can continue to support the men and women who serve us so well by carefully considering how we fund our police.

Historically, we have funded police services with our general fund, which, in turn comes mainly from property tax revenues. Today, those tax revenues […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:32-07:00January 26th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Funding our Police Protection Fund – by City Administrator Jeff Alvis and Treasurer Stacy Bray
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City Pays Tribute to Former Mayor, Clara Wendt

During the City Council meeting on 1/16, staff announced that former Mayor Clara Wendt passed away at home at the age of 90 on January 3, 2018.

In tribute to her years of service, City Administrator Jeff Alvis placed her mayoral photo in her regular seat in Old City Hall.

Mrs. Wendt served on numerous committees and […]

By |2018-01-18T11:24:39-08:00January 16th, 2018|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on City Pays Tribute to Former Mayor, Clara Wendt
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Tis the Season for a Safety Check – by Devin Hull, Jacksonville Fire Chief

This fall and winter, before lighting your fireplace or wood stove, have it inspected and/or cleaned. Inspections should also include the chimney and flues, due to a possible buildup of dangerous creosote. Please also remember that wood logs and wood of any kind should never be burned in a gas-log fireplace.

Brick chimneys also require inspections […]

By |2017-12-10T07:19:18-08:00December 1st, 2017|City Hall Happenings, Community, Now|Comments Off on Tis the Season for a Safety Check – by Devin Hull, Jacksonville Fire Chief
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Fire Department Service Delivery – by Fire Chief Devin Hull

When, where, and how much are the common questions asked by administrators, city or county council, and citizens when it comes to determining the resources for Fire Departments. Determining the proper level of resources to deploy for a fire department involves asking the same questions as well as balancing the safety concerns of citizens and […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:38-07:00October 27th, 2017|City Hall Happenings, Featured Stories|Comments Off on Fire Department Service Delivery – by Fire Chief Devin Hull
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Disaster Preparedness – by Gayle Lewis

This summer’s fires that required evacuations so close to home are a stark reminder of our vulnerability here in Southern Oregon. With fires still smoldering into fall and anticipation of winter weather, this is time to check our plans for evacuation and sheltering in place. Even those of us who are tuned into Disaster Planning […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:40-07:00September 28th, 2017|City Hall Happenings, Community, Now|1 Comment
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More Stop Signs Ahead for Jacksonville

By Tony Boom
for the Mail Tribune
October 5, 2017

Turning the busy and sometimes confusing east entrance into downtown Jacksonville into a four-way stop might be given a trial run, an Oregon Department of Transportation official suggests in a memo to other agency staff.

The trial period would help determine the impacts and benefits of stop signs at […]

By |2017-10-16T13:06:24-07:00October 6th, 2017|City Hall Happenings|Comments Off on More Stop Signs Ahead for Jacksonville
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What You Need to Know About Vacation Rentals in the City of Jacksonville

Provided by City of Jacksonville Planning Department

One of the most common inquiries we receive in the Planning Department is whether short-term vacation rentals are permitted within the City of Jacksonville. Because this is one of our more frequent questions, we thought it would be a good opportunity to clarify and define the rules.

Definitions—A Vacation […]

By |2020-09-30T14:16:42-07:00September 13th, 2017|City Hall Happenings|Comments Off on What You Need to Know About Vacation Rentals in the City of Jacksonville
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Farewell Sergeant Dan Moore

The evening of March 4, 2017 was bittersweet for city residents and the Jacksonville Police Department during an open house retirement celebration to honor Sergeant Dan Moore. Dan served the city for 22 years, coming to the job after serving more than 20 years in the Air Force. Dan was hired by Chief David Towe, […]

By |2017-03-29T13:54:54-07:00March 29th, 2017|City Hall Happenings|Comments Off on Farewell Sergeant Dan Moore
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Planning Commission Halts Code Revision Process

Due to concerns voiced by many members of the community, the multi-year process of updating Jacksonville’s municipal code section has been temporarily called-off. In a statement to the Jacksonville Review dated February 13, 2017, Jacksonville City Attorney Sydnee Dryer wrote:

On February 1, 2017 the Jacksonville Planning Commission voted to continue the public hearings indefinitely on […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:00-07:00February 28th, 2017|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Planning Commission Halts Code Revision Process
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Linda Kestner…The Volunteer of Volunteers

At the February 7, 2017, City Council meeting, Mayor Paul Becker honored city resident Linda Kestner as the 2016 Person of the Year. Linda donates her time to numerous city and regional organizations including, Jackson County Master Recyclers, Jacksonville’s Citizen Emergency Response Team, Jacksonville Boosters Club, Friends of Jacksonville’s Historic Cemetery, Historic Jacksonville Inc., Jacksonville […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:01-07:00February 24th, 2017|City Hall Happenings, Now|1 Comment
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Retirement Party for Sgt. Dan Moore on March 4!

After 22 years of dedicated service to the citizens of Jacksonville, Sgt Dan Moore has retired.
Please help us celebrate his dedication and service by attending his open house style retirement party. Snacks will be provided. Beer, Wine, Coffee and Soda will be available.

When: Saturday, March 4, 2017, 6PM – 9PM. At 7PM, there will be […]

By |2017-02-08T09:39:00-08:00February 8th, 2017|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Retirement Party for Sgt. Dan Moore on March 4!
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Election 2016: Becker Wins, Pot Shops Banned, Charter Fails

More than 1700 Jacksonville voters, representing a whopping 77% turnout, cast their ballots for candidates and measures. As of 11/9/16 at 2:00 pm, the unofficial election results are:

  • Mayor Paul Becker wins re-election. Becker received 1028 votes (53%), challenger Jocie Wall received 874 votes (45%) with 12 write-in votes.
  • In the uncontested City Council race, […]
By |2016-11-09T15:26:15-08:00November 9th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Election 2016: Becker Wins, Pot Shops Banned, Charter Fails
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Jacksonville City Recorder Kimberlyn Collins Installed as 2016-2018 OAMR Treasurer

October 28, 2016–The Oregon Association of Municipal Recorders (OAMR) recently installed Jacksonville City Recorder Kimberlyn Collins, as 2016-2018 OAMR Treasurer. Ms. Collins received the oath of office at the association’s annual conference banquet held at the Ashland Hills Hotel & Suites in Ashland, Oregon, on September 23, 2016.

Ms. Collins became a member of OAMR in […]

By |2016-11-09T10:52:55-08:00November 3rd, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville City Recorder Kimberlyn Collins Installed as 2016-2018 OAMR Treasurer
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In Support of the New Charter – by Steve Casaleggio

I was privileged to act as secretary in drafting the proposed, new Jacksonville charter. As the time for voters to cast ballots approaches, I must respond to some misconceptions about the new charter.

Don’t Need a New Charter! Some critics dismiss the new charter as unnecessary.

Yes, We Do. The current charter dates from 1953, contains numerous […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:08-07:00October 13th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|1 Comment
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Changes in the Fire Protection Surcharge Discount Program – by City Councilor Ken Gregg

After the recent approval of a $4 increase in the monthly fire protection surcharge, the Public Safety Committee investigated how this increase would affect the residents who were participating in the fire protection surcharge discount program. This program was created to ease the financial burden on citizens living at or below the poverty level. For […]

By |2016-10-05T17:12:40-07:00October 5th, 2016|City Hall Happenings|Comments Off on Changes in the Fire Protection Surcharge Discount Program – by City Councilor Ken Gregg
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In Support of Mayor Paul Becker!

From Whitman Parker, Publisher Jacksonville Review and Southern Oregon Wine Scene

The case for re-electing Paul Becker is simple: For six years, Paul Becker has been an excellent mayor, demonstrating a keen ability to listen to residents, work with staff and collaborate with committees, commissions as well as civic and business groups. He strives to reach […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:08-07:00October 5th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|1 Comment
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Election 2016: Meet the Candidates for Jacksonville City Council

The Candidates were asked: If elected to the Jacksonville City Council, what do you hope to accomplish over the next four years?

Steve Casaleggio – Candidate for City Council

To introduce: I’m Steve Casaleggio, candidate for City Councilor. My wife Susan and I made our commitment to Jacksonville by building our home here in 2005. We […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:09-07:00October 5th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Election 2016: Meet the Candidates for Jacksonville City Council
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2016 City Council Race is On!

In the November General Election, Jacksonville voters will elect three City Councilors and a Mayor. Three candidates have filed to run for City Council. Just minutes before press time, the Review confirmed that Councilor Jocie Wall will be challenging Mayor Paul Becker for the mayor’s seat. Since the filing deadline is on August 30, (well […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:13-07:00August 25th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on 2016 City Council Race is On!
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Miller House Has New Owner

After serving as Jacksonville City Offices for 26 years, the Miller House is now privately owned. The house closed escrow on July 28 for $410,000, according to Jackson County Public Records. The Review caught up with the new owner and learned that after sprucing it up, painting and making other improvements, it will be leased […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:14-07:00August 3rd, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Miller House Has New Owner
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Jacksonville’s 2016 City-Wide Yard Sale is September 9-11

Set-Up: Thursday, September 8th, 6:00-10:00pm (No Sales Allowed)
Yard Sale Days: 7:00am-8:00pm

As the 2016 City-Wide Yard Sale weekend nears it is important to remember that this event is not sponsored by the City of Jacksonville and there are public safety issues associated with this event. When our town becomes full of bargain hunters and treasure seekers […]

By |2016-07-26T13:07:36-07:00July 26th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Community|Comments Off on Jacksonville’s 2016 City-Wide Yard Sale is September 9-11
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The Jacksonville Dam – No Longer a Dam! – by Tony Hess

The Jacksonville dam and reservoir was built in 1911, one mile west of town along Jackson Creek. It was built to provide a source of drinking water to the town via a wooden transmission line emanating from the city reservoir. In 1926, the wooden pipeline was replaced by a six-inch steel […]

By |2016-07-26T12:46:46-07:00July 22nd, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on The Jacksonville Dam – No Longer a Dam! – by Tony Hess
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Don’t Be Alarmed!

On Friday, June 10, 2016, from noon-3:00pm, Jacksonville officials will participate in the statewide Cascadia Emergency drill – you may notice 3 teams from the Jacksonville Community Emergency Response Team out and about in your neighborhood conducting simulated assessment drills.

The City Council and staff will also be doing “Table-Top” drills in various city offices, including […]

By |2016-06-08T12:49:55-07:00June 8th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Don’t Be Alarmed!
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Jacksonville’s Firewise Program Expanding Like Wildfire!

Plans to increase the number of Jacksonville neighborhoods whose residents have chosen to work with each other to create safer environments for all, during fire season, by establishing defensible space around their homes are coming to fruition.

Recently, the neighborhoods of “Gold Terrace” and “Vineyard View” were recently recognized as nationally-certified Firewise communities. Chief Devin Hull […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:27-07:00March 12th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Community, Now|Comments Off on Jacksonville’s Firewise Program Expanding Like Wildfire!
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City of Jacksonville Town Hall on Livelihood of City Services

A town hall meeting will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2016 to discuss the livelihood of our Fire and Police Departments. This is the chance for the public to speak regarding their views and needs for City Services.

  • Date: Saturday, March 19
  • Time: 10:00am-noon
  • Location: Old City Hall,  205 W Main Street,  Jacksonville OR 97530

By |2020-09-30T14:17:30-07:00February 22nd, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Community, Event News, Now|Comments Off on City of Jacksonville Town Hall on Livelihood of City Services
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Marijuana Shops Banned in City for Now

Tuesday, January 5, 2016 – The City Council passed one of the first Ordinances of the New Year tonight, declaring a ban on Medical and Recreational Marijuana Dispensaries, Processing Sites and other related restrictions within the city limits. The Council also voted to refer the matter to the voters by placing the issue on the November 8, […]

By |2020-09-30T14:17:34-07:00January 5th, 2016|City Hall Happenings, Now|1 Comment
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City Council to Honor Wendt and Smith

At its April 7, 2015 City Council meeting, Jacksonville Mayor Paul Becker will honor Clara Wendt and Larry Smith for their many years of public service. The meeting starts at 6 pm at Old City Hall and the public is invited (as always) to attend and show their support. The brief presentation will be the […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:11-07:00March 26th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, News Flow, Now|Comments Off on City Council to Honor Wendt and Smith
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Historic Action Moves Courthouse Renovation Forward

At its March 3, 2015 meeting, the City Council took historic action when it voted to approve three key contracts for Phase I in the renovation of the historic courthouse into city offices.  The Review is pleased to announce that firms chosen are local firms!  Kistler, Small & White Architects was awarded the contract for […]

By |2015-03-04T17:33:26-08:00March 4th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Historic Action Moves Courthouse Renovation Forward
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Earthshaking News on Courthouse Renovation

At 2 pm on Thursday, February 26, Mayor Paul Becker and others gathered at City Hall to open and review 4 contractor bids for the seismic upgrade portion of the historic courthouse renovation. Bids were made by Batzer Construction ($298,600), Taylor Site Development ($357,900), The Ausland Group ($221,150), and Vitus Construction ($308,992).
After announcing the bids, […]

By |2015-02-26T16:57:06-08:00February 26th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, Now|Comments Off on Earthshaking News on Courthouse Renovation
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Safety of Jacksonville’s historic U.S. Hotel subject of debate

By Tony Boom
for the Mail Tribune
Posted Jan. 13, 2015 @ 5:51 pm
Updated Jan 13, 2015 at 9:56 PM
A local history buff says the iconic Jacksonville building is in trouble, but others disagree

JACKSONVILLE — Mortar slowly washing away from bricks at the U.S. Hotel has history buff Larry Smith worried about the future of one of […]

By |2020-09-30T14:18:21-07:00January 14th, 2015|City Hall Happenings, History News & Events, Now|Comments Off on Safety of Jacksonville’s historic U.S. Hotel subject of debate
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