Due to continued inclement weather over the last week, the City of Vernonia water meter reads which are required for processing and creating utility bills have been delayed. We are hoping to have reads completed no later than this Thursday th…
At the February 6, 2023 Vernonia City Council meeting, Council approved a new Utility Rate Adjustment Policy that establishes a set of procedures and calculations for annually adjusting the City’s water and sewer rates. The policy will be off…
The Vernonia City Council held a workshop on Monday, January 23, 2023 to hear a presentation on bias incidents and crimes. Johanna Costa from the Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ), Civil Rights Unit made the presentation to Mayor Rick Hobart…
After many years of stability under the leadership of City Administrator Josette Mitchell, two departments at the City of Vernonia are set to experience some major changes in the coming weeks.
Maybe you’ve noticed what appears to be a never-ending project to install ADA sidewalk ramps in several spots in Vernonia. Or maybe you’ve read about the ongoing project in the City Council reports here in the Voice.
A group of citizens, along with several special guests, took part in a ceremony on Saturday, August 27, 2022 to dedicate the newly planted Hiroshima Peace Tree in Vernonia’s Ora Bolmeier Park.
Recently, we’ve heard some concerns about the Vernonia Police Department (VSD) – mainly an increase in crime and vandalism and a lack of a visible police presence.
Vernonia City Recorder Stephanie Borst has announced the candidates who have submitted paperwork to run for positions on the City Council in the November 8 election, after four candidates met the August 23, 2022 deadline.
Steve Whiteman has a vision for Vernonia’s Spencer Park and he’s not afraid to tell you about it. And he backs up his words with actions.
Vernonia is home to many trees. Now a very special tree has made its way here and calls Vernonia home. The City of Vernonia recently planted a young ginko tree seedling at the point of Ora Bolmeier Park. Maybe you’ve noticed the enclosure that surrounds the tree, hopefully ensuring its grow…
Council debates reserve funds before approving rate adjustments
The project to repair the Greenman Field Grandstands has stalled and is asking the City of Vernonia for help.
