The Update GP, January 22, 2026.

The City of Grants Pass held a city council meeting on January 22, 2026, which included discussions on several community and operational topics. Key procurement-related items included the creation of a small business task force aimed at improving public-private sector relations and supporting local businesses. The council also reaffirmed its strategic plan to guide budget development, noting the addition of 12 new full-time employees (six firefighters and six police officers), which will impact the upcoming budget. Additionally, progress was reported on a grant-funded project involving the purchase of ConX boxes, with an anticipated opening date of June 1. The meeting also covered utility billing operations, including the unified city services bill that funds water, wastewater, transportation, stormwater, and public safety services. Financial assistance programs for utility customers facing hardship were highlighted, along with policies for leak adjustments and service turnoffs. Overall, the meeting focused on community engagement, budget planning, and ongoing capital and operational projects.