Boys Soccer
Hood River Valley 1, Milwaukie 0
The Dalles 5, Molalla 4
Girls Soccer
The Dalles 5, Molalla 0
Hood River Valley 9, Milwaukie 1
Volleyball
Hood River Valley def. Hillsboro 25-12, 25-15, 25-18
Columbia def. Stevenson 3-0
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TD Council Sends Business License Idea To Goal Setting Session
The Dalles City Council has decided to discuss establishing a business license at its upcoming annual goal-setting session. City Economic Development Officer Jacob Anderson presented a white paper on the subject to the Council, noting the lack of a license program the City’s ability to respond to the needs of the business community and plan effectively. Mayor Rich Mays says there’s a value to having a business database for both communication and economic development purposes. He added the data can also be helpful in developing grant opportunities and business recruitment. Mays added it would not be a revenue generator for the City, noting he would foresee a license fee of around $20.
HR Council Moves To Establish Proportionate Share For Roundabout
The Hood River City Council decided to have its staff bring back a resolution to establish a Proportionate Share Fee for a proposed roundabout at the intersection of Cascade Avenue and Mt. Adams Street on the west side of Hood River. A roundabout to alleviate traffic tie-ups at the location is considered by many as a key to spurring housing development in the Westside Urban Renewal area. City Urban Renewal Administrator Will Norris says the fee would generate about 21% of the cost of the roundabout. Norris notes a proportionate share is often a developer’s least cost option. A proportionate share allows the City to spread the burden of improvement costs among future developments. In other City business, City Manager Abigail Elder told Councilors that Hood River Fire Chief Leonard Damian will be retiring, and recruitment for his replacement will start next week.
TD Council To Wait On Dog Ordinance
After over two hours and testimony and discussion, The Dalles City Council decided to wait and get more information before taking action on a proposed ordinance to require licenses for dogs and create a clear leash law. Councilors heard from veterinary clinic operators on their concerns about how they are being asked to provide license applications and other information. Councilor Ben Wring said he wanted have a clearer understanding about veterinary client information protections before proceeding. The proposed ordinance also contains a leash law provision that requires when a dog is off its owners’ property it is on a hand-held leash. City Manager Matthew Klebes says they are targeting in the December 8 meeting to bring back answers to Council questions on the proposal.
West 6th Street Bridged Closed Thursday For Catch Basin Repair
There will be full closure at West 6th Street Bridge in The Dalles on Thursday. The Dalles Public Works will be repairing a catch basin on the bridge, noting it is creating a road hazard and must be repaired. The closure will be during work hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Motorists, bicycles and pedestrians are asked to use detours around the work zone during work hours. The street will be reopened when repairs are complete. Business access will be open during construction. If you have questions, please contact The Dalles Public Works at (541) 296-5401.
Klickitat County Commissioners Continuing 2026 Budget Development
Klickitat County Commissioners are heading toward the final stages of developing a budget for 2026. The Commission decided this year to address an approximately $2.5 million deficit they have been carrying in recent years. Commissioner Lori Zoller says as part of that process, they decided to get presentations from every County department before giving any solid answers to the department heads so they get a more collective view. Zoller says it may take three to five years for the County to reach a sustainable budget. That’s because of increased costs, unfunded state mandates, and the potential for federal cuts.
Public Works Building Part Of HR Bond Measure Discussion
As the City of Hood River discusses going out for a bond measure in November of next year, one of the potential items to be included is a new building for the public works department. City Manager Abigail Elder says the current building is too small, with another five temporary structures being used as well. The City Council instructed staff to concentrate on four different elements in researching a bond measure, with the Public Works Building joined by renovation of the police station in City Hall, affordable housing, and Safe Routes to School projects. The City is bringing on a professional consulting firm to poll residents on what they would want in a bond measure, and how much they are willing to pay.
Operation Clean Sweep Starts In The Dalles
The City of The Dalles is beginning its annual Operation Clean Sweep to remove fallen leaves from area streets and keep them out of storm water catch basins. The City says its goal is to pick up leaves promptly so that they do not block the storm water catch basins and before they freeze onto the streets. Citizens are asked to park off the street during street sweeper work hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Do not rake leaves from your yard into the street. Compost leaves at home or put them in your yard debris container for pick-up. You can also put them in compostable paper bags and take them to The Dalles Transfer Station. Remove large sticks or branches from the roadway so they don’t jam the sweeper, and clear storm drains in front of your house to prevent flooding during a rainstorm. During November The Dalles Transfer Station will accept yard debris at no charge. Take bagged leaves to the transfer station on 1317 West 1st Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Free leaf disposal is for City of The Dalles residential customers only. Use compostable paper bags, as The Dalles Disposal will not accept yard debris in plastic garbage bags.
Federal Street Water Main Work Starts Tuesday
The Dalles Public Works on Tuesday will begin work on Federal Street between East 1st and East 2nd to replace and upgrade water mains in the area. Phase 1 will require a full street closure through Thursday. Phase 2 will see Federal closed between East 1st and the alley between East 1st and East 2nd from November 3 to November 19. Parking lots on East 1st St. will remain open and accessible by alternate routes. Pedestrian and sidewalk access will remain open through the duration of this work. Work hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on each scheduled work day. The street will remain closed throughout the night and on the weekends. No parking will be allowed within the project areas to allow room for large equipment to safely work. If you have questions, contact The Dalles Public Works at (541) 296-5401.
Central Gorge Master Gardeners Sign-Ups Start Friday
OSU Extension’s Central Gorge Master Gardeners program will begin taking registrations for 2026 on Friday, October 31. Outreach Program Coordinator Megan Wickersham says the title is a bit misleading, saying you don’t have to be a “master gardener” to join. You only have to be interested in gardening and want to learn more. Those who are accepted into the program will take a series of classes during the winter on a wide variety of gardening-related subjects. Then members give back to the community through a variety of projects and outreach programs. To sign up for the Central Gorge Master Gardeners program beginning October 31, go online to centralgorgemga.org.