Boys and Girls Clubs Expand Teen Programming with Purchase of New Building
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley is proud to announce the purchase of a new building set to become their dedicated Teen Center. The organization said in a release that doors are expected to open in the fall of 2026. This milestone reflects the organization’s continued commitment to ensuring teens have a safe, supportive space to learn, grow, and prepare for their futures. With the opening of the new Teen Center, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley will double their capacity to serve local teens in Grants Pass, significantly expanding access to high-impact programs designed specifically for middle and high school students. All teen programming at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley is completely free to attend, ensuring there are no financial barriers to participation. This expansion was made possible by the generosity of a donor. Renovations are already underway, with construction and program development progressing throughout the spring and summer in preparation for a fall opening. The organization plans to host a community ribbon-cutting once the facility is complete.
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Board Approves Plat Map at Weekly Business Session
The Board of County Commissioners approved the Pinehurst Plat Map following public comment during this morning's Weekly Business Session. The meeting began at 9 a.m. in the Anne G. Basker Auditorium with a moment of silence for our nation's troops, followed by the public comment period. The board then moved 3-0 to approve the Pinehurst Estates Phase 1 Plat Map, with six new homes planned to be built. The public brought topics to the board including vigilance regarding the conflict in Iran, consideration of reinstating the airport manager, the animal shelter, appreciation for the board, and audio during workshops. There was also a request to repeal the clear bag policy, as well as concerns for the Dimmick property and a petition to withdraw from the Library. The board approved the consent calendar, and the meeting adjourned at 9:25 a.m.
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Board Unanimous in Workshop Decisions, Others to be made at Future WBS
The Board of County Commissioners made unanimous decisions during today's workshop, with more to be considered at future Weekly Business Sessions. Southern Oregon Sanitation's Kerby Transfer Station's potential 20% rate increase, a quitclaim deed for the sale of land at Winona Road, and a fee change request for community development will be decided on during March 11th's evening Weekly Business Session. At their next workshop, the board will consider a renegotiation of the Dimmick Campus property offer and the Finance department's fine-tuned Economic Development Application Process. A petition to withdraw from the Josephine Community Library will be considered at a future business session. During today's workshop, the board approved having the Information Technology department move forward with a Public Information Officer position, and moved unanimously to accept the purchase of property on New Hope Road, a ground lease offer for 1798 SE N Street, and a quitclaim deed execution for the 12,100 Redwood Highway property.
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