Public Notices: Election Notices for local districts in Malheur County, week of Jan. 18, 2023
Local government
Out with old and in with the new, Ontario City Council marks transfer of power
A new mayor and three Ontario city counselors were officially sworn in for service Tuesday, Jan. 10 at Ontario City Hall.
Recreation district drives forward with plan to start construction on Ontario pool
The Ontario Recreation District is leading a grassroots effort to close a $1 million funding gap to break ground on an outdoor pool renovation.
Hodge departs public service with a sense of pride and satisfaction
Longtime Malheur County Commissioner Don Hodge stepped away from his elected position recently but said he leaves with no regrets.
Ontario city councilor says he ‘messed up pretty bad’ in DUI arrest
Ontario City Councilor Eddie Melendrez was arrested early New Year’s Day for driving under the influence of intoxicants. He said he takes “full ownership” of the incident.
Inmates learn heavy equipment skills without ever leaving Snake River
A virtual training program offered at Snake River Correctional Institution is designed to give inmates skills they can translate into meaningful employment after they are released.
Ontario city councilor cited for driving under the influence
Ontario City Councilor Eddie Melendrez was arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants on New Year’s Day,
Circuit Court Judge Lung Hung awarded state honor for work on court system
Malheur County Circuit Court Judge Lung Hung received the Chief’s Award in October for his contribution to the Oregon justice system.
Rail reload corporation burns through county budget for operating expenses
The Malheur County Development Corp. – charged with overseeing the Treasure Valley Reload Center – has already consumed its county budget to cover operating expenses, raising questions regarding fiscal management of the firm.
City gets $20,000 donation to fund major upgrade to Cottonwood Park
Akiko Rucker donated a hefty sum to Vale so the city can finish a picnic pavilion at Cottonwood Park.