04/22/2026 - Board of Commissioners - Wednesday Meeting

The April 22, 2026 meeting of the Dashes County Board of Commissioners included several procurement-related discussions and decisions. The board approved acceptance of an impact grant from the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission for the stabilization center, despite the grant amount being significantly less than requested, with plans to cover the shortfall through behavioral health reserve funds. They also approved a second amendment to a restrictive covenant related to affordable housing development, releasing certain restrictions after the city completed a $1 million infrastructure investment. Additionally, the board approved a lease agreement with Copper Top 2 for the Sheriff's Office substation in Terabog, with a monthly rent increase to $2,860.40. The meeting featured a detailed budget and operational update from Visit Central Oregon, highlighting transient lodging tax allocations, marketing efforts, and grant programs supporting regional tourism and destination stewardship. The board also discussed ongoing challenges and plans related to homeless camp relocations on county-owned land, including managed camp development and coordination with the city of Redmond and the Department of State Lands. Finally, the board voted to direct a pending employment grievance to advisory arbitration, outlining the process and emphasizing due process and confidentiality. No new contracts or RFPs were announced, but several budget allocations and lease approvals were confirmed, and policy discussions around housing and homelessness management were prominent.