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2024 property tax statements released by Benton County Assessor’s Office
Published: October 14th, 2024 by Board of Commissioners
2024 property tax statements have been released by the Benton County Assessor’s Office. Property owners can now access certified property values and 2024 tax statements on the County Assessor’s website.
Benton and Lane Counties encourage Duck and Beaver fans to celebrate safely for football season
Published: October 1st, 2024 by Health Department
* Español a continuación * We’re all on the same team when it comes to getting home safely College sports fans across Oregon are thrilled about the return of football season. With both Oregon State University and University of Oregon playing at home this weekend, the health departments for Benton and Lane counties are joining together to […]
Benton County Sheriff’s Office Investigates School Threat, Not Deemed Credible
Published: September 17th, 2024 by Sheriff's Office
Monroe, Ore. – A multi-agency investigation into online threats made against a Monroe school, found no credible threat to the city of Monroe’s students, staff or families.
County Agriculture and Wildlife Co-Existence Program accepting grant applications Oct. 1 through Nov. 30
Published: September 12th, 2024 by Board of Commissioners
The Benton County Agriculture and Wildlife Protection Program (AWPP), now in its eighth year, will be open for general applications starting Oct. 1. The AWPP is a grant program for farmers which promotes agriculture and wildlife co-existence by funding non-lethal wildlife deterrents to prevent losses to livestock, crops and property.
Benton County CERT Preparedness Training
Published: September 9th, 2024 by Sheriff's Office
CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Benton County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) addresses local hazards and provides education, hands-on skills training, and empowerment for individuals in emergency preparedness. The course is taught by local professional responders, State certified trainers, and volunteers who are subject matter experts. The class is 12 hours of online coursework, followed by 16 hours of in-person training. Benton County CERT provides a safe, positive, and inclusive experience for people of all abilities. Preparedness is a skill for everyone!
Benton County WIC celebrates 50th anniversary of Oregon’s supplemental nutrition program
Published: September 5th, 2024 by Health Department
* Español a continuación * The Oregon Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program turns 50 this year, and Benton County WIC celebrated with a free community event on August 31 in honor of World Breastfeeding Week and National Breastfeeding Month. The Benton County World Breast/Chestfeeding Celebration event was aimed at promoting and supporting breast/chestfeeding, and highlighted Benton […]