# Board of Commissioners Worksession Sep 14th, 2026

The Umatilla County Board of Commissioners held a worksession on September 14, 2026, focusing primarily on procurement policy revisions and an upcoming county tourism event. The commissioners discussed the "Interwoven" event, which includes a $15,000 budget supported by a $5,000 Travel Oregon grant, aimed at promoting local tribal foods and artisans. They also considered placing event signage at the courthouse and integrating marketing efforts regionally. The bulk of the meeting centered on proposed updates to procurement policies, including raising the board approval threshold for expenditures from $5,000 to $10,000, implementing director review stamps on invoices, and streamlining contract renewals to reduce administrative burdens. The board debated delegated authority limits, the use of purchase orders, and the balance between efficient spending and fiscal oversight. They also discussed exceptions for recurring contracts and in-kind services, noting the need for possible future ordinance amendments to address unique procurement situations. The meeting concluded with plans to order director review stamps and continue refining procurement processes, including potential adoption of an electronic purchase order system.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Professional Services, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles, Policy
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [Board of Commissioners Worksession Sep 14th, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vNX32RPHbY) - Umatilla County