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Hermiston, Oregon, will hold a nonpartisan election on May 19, 2026, for four Ward Councilors and a Municipal Judge. Candidates must file their declarations of candidacy from September 11, 2025, to March 10, 2026. Voting will be conducted by mail for all qualified voters in the city.
The Hermiston City Council received an update on the location of the EOTEC RV Park during a meeting on September 22, 2025. The project, which involves Amazon Web Services (AWS), aims to enhance local business operations and attract tourism to Umatilla County.
Hermiston City Council approved the establishment of an improvement district to enhance NW 2nd Street. The initiative aims to bolster local infrastructure and support growth in the community. The event is scheduled for September 23, 2025.
Hermiston City Council approved the establishment of a Local Improvement District to enhance municipal infrastructure. This initiative aims to improve gravel roads, benefiting local residents and business operations. The project is set to begin on September 8, 2025, and conclude by October 14, 2025.
The Hermiston City Council will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2025, to discuss the creation of Local Improvement District No. 323. The hearing will take place at 180 NE 2nd Street, Hermiston, Oregon. This initiative aims to improve local infrastructure and services in the community.
Hermiston's Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 10, 2025, regarding a major variance requested by EO Development LLC for tax lot 500 on E Elm Ave. The hearing aims to address local concerns related to town planning and taxation.
Hermiston officials will discuss expanding the urban growth boundary (UGB) to accommodate a dedicated data center during an upcoming municipal council meeting. This proposal aims to enhance local economic development by establishing an industrial park.
The Hermiston City Council will hold a public hearing on August 25, 2025, to discuss amending the city's comprehensive plan to expand the Urban Growth Boundary by adding approximately 810 acres for industrial development. The proposed expansion aligns with the 2024 Hermiston Economic Opportunities Analysis and includes several legislative revisions and zoning amendments. Public testimony will be accepted during the hearing.
The Hermiston Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on August 13, 2025, to consider adding approximately 810 acres of land to the city's Urban Growth Boundary for industrial development. The proposed amendments include changes to the comprehensive plan and zoning code, as well as annexation to the City of Hermiston. Public testimony will be accepted during the hearing.
The Hermiston City Council will hold a public hearing on August 11, 2025, regarding the proposed annexation of a 3.5-acre tract located at 2455 NE 7th St. This meeting will take place at City Hall and will also address the withdrawal from the Umatilla County Library District and zoning designations.