City Hall Happenings
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]