# BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'  Work Session Meeting July 13th, 2026

The Umatilla County Board of Commissioners held a work session on July 13, 2026, primarily discussing community projects and solid waste management issues. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the Echo Heritage Association's efforts to preserve the historic St. Peters church, including property acquisitions and fundraising activities. The board also reviewed a proposed 14% rate increase request from Waste Connections for solid waste collection services, which sparked detailed discussions about past rate increases, financial justifications, and comparisons with other regional haulers. Commissioners considered the possibility of commissioning a third-party audit to clarify financials and discussed the impact of rate increases on constituents. Additionally, the session covered upcoming procurement items such as an RFP for kitchen floor repairs in the jail, awarding contracts for basement signage, bridge purchases, and ATV acquisitions for public works. The board also touched on grant programs, public health staffing, and other administrative matters, but no final decisions or votes were taken during this work session.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Grants & Funding
**Published:** July 13, 2026

### Sources
- [BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS'  Work Session Meeting July 13th, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IGd7DgCgEA) - Umatilla County