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KOHI Local News: Columbia County proposes a countywide transient lodging tax (TLT) to support community services and tourism. The proposed tax would affect stays of less than 30 days in hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, RV parks, campgrounds, vacation rentals, and similar facilities. On September 2, 2026, the Board of County Commissioners Approved Order No. 29-2026, In the Matter of Calling an Election to Consider Adoption of a Columbia County Transient Lodging Tax in Columbia County, Oregon. Voters will decide on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, whether to approve Measure 5-314, a countywide transient lodging tax. The proposed tax rate is 13% in unincorporated areas and in cities that do not collect their own lodging tax, and 4% in cities that already do. Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed and take part in this important decision. ---------------------------------------------------Local voters will decide on the following measures November3rd inclufing: 5-314 Columbia County Transient Lodging Tax Measure 5-312 City of St Helens Local Option Levy 5-313 City of Columbia City 5 Year Levy 5-315 Clatskanie Parks and Recreation 5 Year Levy other races include: City of St. Helens City of St. Helens, City Council Sarah Stephenson Mark Gundersen ,Daniel A Grant ,Jeremy Evans,Nicholas Hellmich City of St. Helens, Mayor Jennifer Massey against Steve Toschi District 16 Senate race is Rachel Armitage, courtney Bangs and Melisa Finkle District 31 Representative race is Darcey Edwards against Tom Forest. ——————————————————————— St. Helens, September 28, 2026: The St. Helens Parks & Trails Commission is currently taking applications from individuals who are interested in matters pertaining to the operation, planning, development, improvement, beautification, and maintenance of public parks and trails in St. Helens. Come share your ideas with this very important Commission! Full terms are for four years. This position’s term ends on December 31, 2030. Due to staffing reductions, this Commission currently meets on the second Monday of February, May, August, and November, at 4:00 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for November 9, 2026. The Commission was created and members appointed by the City Council. All committees are advisory to the Council. To learn more about the Parks & Trails Commission, please visit the City’s website at https://www.sthelensoregon.gov/1221/Parks-Trails-Commission. If you are interested in volunteering your Lisa Scholl, Deputy City Recorder, lscholl@sthelensoregon.gov or 503.366.8216. ————————————————————————————— St. Helens, September 28, 2026: The City of St. Helens is currently taking applications from interested persons in the community – citizens or business owners - who would like to volunteer to serve on the St. Helens Planning Commission. There will be one vacancy. The term will begin January 1, 2027, and expires December 31, 2030. Full terms are for four (4) years. Generally, this Commission meets once per month on the second Tuesday at 6:30 P.M. They may meet more often depending on what projects they are working on and what land use applications are received. Due to staffing reductions, meetings are also occasionally cancelled if there are no land use matters to be considered. The Commission was created, and members appointed by the City Council. All committees are advisory to the Council; however, the Planning Commission is quasi-judicial and has authority to make decisions on various land use matters. This Planning Commission also acts as the Historic Landmarks Commission, so an interest in historic preservation is also preferred. Their next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 6:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 265 Strand Street, Plaza entrance, St. Helens. To learn more about the Planning Commission, please visit the City’s website at https://www.sthelensoregon.gov/1220/Planning-Commission. If you are interested in volunteering your time to serve on this Commission, please complete the Application for City Boards and Commissions webform available on our website. If you would like a paper application mailed/emailed to you, please contact Lisa Scholl, Deputy City Recorder, lscholl@sthelensoregon.gov or 503.366.8216.
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