Council Determines Republic Services Franchise Agreement Complaint Moot

During Wednesday night's meeting, City Council moved that the complaint regarding the current agreement between Republic Services and businesses 2 Guys, 1 Truck LLC, and Thrift Right Here is moot. Republic Services and Southern Oregon Sanitation had met with business owner Konnor Kirkpatrick to try and resolve the Franchise Agreement issue prior to the council meeting. His businesses will be allowed access to their transfer stations so long as his activities comply with specific agreement exemptions. The public hearing continued after the Customer Dispute Resolution with discussion of an ordinance annexing property on Hieglen Loop into the city limits. Both motions to adopt the ordinance annexing the property were unanimous. A Dollar Mountain ordinance prohibiting the use of motorized vehicles with the exemption of authorized vehicles was approved by the council, with violators being charged the maximum fine of $720 and restitutions. ...Read more

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. ...Read more

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. ...Read more