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Garibaldi Fire employs new jet boat
After taking delivery of a new jet boat in February, the Garibaldi Fire Department is focusing on training personnel to operate the new vessel and has already used the vessel to respond to two emergency calls. On a recent evening, the Headlight Herald tagged along on a joint-training with Garibaldi Fire and the Netarts-Oceanside Fire District in Netarts Bay and experienced the boat’s capabilities firsthand. The flat-bottomed, 21-foot, jet-propelled boat...
Commissioners poised to approve rural ADUs
The Tillamook Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing about an ordinance update to allow accessory dwelling units in the county’s rural residential zones on May 1. Commissioners signaled their preparedness to pass the ordinance at a meeting the following week, with minor updates to its language. A proposed ordinance update to allow the siting of recreational vehicles on properties in the same zone was continued, with commissioners asking for more regulations before further consideration. ...
Fleisher targets higher public engagement in assessor’s race
In the race for Tillamook County assessor, candidate Kari Fleisher is seeking the top spot in what she sees as the natural culmination of a two-decade career in the office. If elected, Fleisher told the Headlight Herald that she would prioritize increasing public engagement, with the goal of helping residents better understand the county’s tax structure. “I am community-oriented, dedicated and wanting to have every taxpayer be a little more...
Letter: KaSandra Larson has earned your vote
KaSandra Larson has earned your vote to be your next Tillamook County Assessor. KaSandra has worked in the Assessor’s Office for more than 21 years and during that time, KaSandra has held a number of positions. Starting as an Office Specialist, KaSandra worked hard to be promoted to an Appraiser, a Sales Analyst and now to her current position as Tillamook County Chief Deputy Assessor and Tax Collector. I am confident she will serve Tillamook County well. Tim Lutz Tillamook County Assessor (1989 to 2011) Hillsboro, OR
Letter: KaSandra Larson has earned your vote
KaSandra Larson has earned your vote to be your next Tillamook County Assessor. KaSandra has worked in the Assessor’s Office for more than 21 years and during that time, KaSandra has held a number of positions. Starting as an Office Specialist, KaSandra worked hard to be promoted to an Appraiser, a Sales Analyst and now to her current position as Tillamook County Chief Deputy Assessor and Tax Collector. I am confident she will serve Tillamook County well. Tim Lutz Tillamook County Assessor (1989 to 2011) Hillsboro, OR
Tilllamook Fire chief announces resignation
Tillamook Fire District Chief Jeff McBrayer announced that he would be resigning from the district at the end of May at a meeting of the district’s board of directors on April 16. In his letter of resignation, McBrayer cited concerns over his and his family’s safety following recent work-related events as the reason for his departure. McBrayer has accepted the position of chief at the Netarts-Oceanside Fire District, where he will take over in June. ...
Lovelin campaign addresses commissioner salary
The Lovelin Campaign for Tillamook County Commission, Position 1, recently addressed the issue of Commissioner Erin Skaar’s salary, revealing that it is costing taxpayers $126,197.27 per year. Moreover, the forecast indicates a further increase of $5,966.78, effective July 1. Bruce Lovelin, the candidate spearheading the campaign, emphasized that while this may not be the primary focus of his platform, it is a matter that deserves attention and debate. “County residents are often unaware of the true financial implications of our County Commissioners’ compensation,” stated Lovelin. ...
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