Board of Commissioners Meeting Aug 19th, 2026

The Umatilla County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 19, 2026, which included significant procurement and planning discussions. Key agenda items included the adoption of the updated Transportation System Plan (TSP), which involved amendments to the county comprehensive plan and development code to guide multimodal transportation improvements over the next 20 years. The board unanimously approved the TSP update, which prioritized projects within an estimated $415 million cost framework, including bridge replacements and roadway improvements. Additionally, the board approved acceptance of a grant from the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department for the purchase of two ATVs from Teeter Toys in Baker City, Oregon, totaling $19,648.94, to replace aging equipment for the Sheriff's Office. The meeting also covered approval of a $12,000 contract for bridge monitoring services related to the Thornhollow Bridge, and various legislative amendments to the county development code affecting land use and zoning. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were passed unanimously, reflecting the county's ongoing infrastructure and public safety investments.