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City of Hood River approves cash bonuses for staff

  • By Noah Noteboom Columbia Gorge News
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HOOD RIVER — The City of Hood River is recognizing its employees with bonuses worth up to $2,500. Hood River City Manager Abigail Elder approached the city council with a proposition to reward workers for their dedication during the COVID-19 pandemic, and council approved the bonuses in their Oct. 10 meeting.

“Lots of businesses and institutions shut down, but the city and government functions couldn’t,” said Elder.

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Progress made on county plan

  • Emily Fitzgerald
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Wasco County made progress on updating its comprehensive land use plan last week as the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approved amendments on the plan’s first two chapters at a May 17 hearing.

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OR Main Street offers networking

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Oregon Main Street is currently accepting applications from organizations interested in receiving downtown revitalization assistance.

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Green files complaint with labor bureau

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Fired Parks and Recreation Director Scott Green filed a complaint with the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries Nov. 7, alleging violations of his civil rights.