BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' Meeting June 3nd, 2026

The Umatilla County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on June 3, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board adopted the 2027 budget order 2027-01 after a presentation by the CFO. Public Works requested approval to purchase a new power broom for $69,500 from PA Equipment, which was approved. The board also approved a contract with Needle Incorporated for a five-year, $388,325.84 cloud-based dispatch recording system upgrade featuring AI-generated quality assurance, with costs shared with Morrow County. Additionally, the board approved multiple solid waste disposal franchise renewals and a 3% rate increase proposal for Penalty Sanitary Service. A contract amendment with Newer Construction for $45,960 was approved for additional upgrades. The sale of a 2019 Ford Explorer K9 vehicle to Coos County for $6,000 was also approved. The board set a date for the second reading of an ordinance proposing fee increases for various county services. Overall, the meeting focused on budget adoption, equipment purchases, technology upgrades, franchise renewals, and contract approvals impacting county operations and services.