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Another winter storm is heading our way. 

The National Weather Service Portland is forecasting:

• Heavy mountain snow and strong winds are likely for the Cascades and Coast Range Monday
• Snow levels will lower enough to make accumulations likely above 1,000' elevation, with wet snow possible down to the valley floors Sunday night through Wednesday
• Light snow accumulations remain in the forecast through Friday
• Hazardous Seas and possible Gales across the coastal waters

With this weather event still several days out, specific details remain uncertain. Clatsop County Emergency Management is monitoring this storm and we will provide weekend updates as needed on our website and social media accounts.

About 35% of Clatsop County residents receive health care services through Oregon Health Plan yet more than 2,000 individuals have not yet renewed their coverage. 

If you had OHP or other Medicaid benefits during the pandemic, you may still have them.

Letters are going out now through mid-2024 as not everyone will be renewed at the same time. Check your mail often for your letters from the state of Oregon.

The letters will let you know if you still qualify for OHP, or what you need to do to find out if you still qualify.

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Two Future Farmers of America students recently introduced a proclamation highlighting National FFA Week.

Students Sam Moss, FFA president and Maevri Bergerson, FFA vice-president, described to commissioners their involvement in the community and how FFA has helped them achieve their goals.

Commissioner Bangs, Sam Moss, president and Maevri Bergerson, vice-president, Chair Kujala

Maevri Bergerson, vice-president and Sam Moss, president

Black History Month is a month-long commemoration of African American history and achievement. 

This commemoration began as “Negro History Week” in 1926, and was the creation of Black historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson. In 1976 the celebration was expanded to the entire month of February and was recognized nationally by President Gerald Ford.

It feels good to be nominated!



The Clatsop County Fair is one of the local festivals nominated in the Readers Choice Awards for best local festival.

You can vote online now through Sunday, March 3.

Artists are invited to compete in one or all three of the Oregon Fish & Wildlife Department 2025 stamp art competitions.

The winning artist in each contest will receive a $2,000 award and winning artwork will be used to produce collector's stamps and other promotional items. Sale proceeds will benefit Oregon's fish, wildlife, and their habitats.

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Weekly Bulletin Feedback Requested

This is the last reminder for readers to share your thoughts about our Weekly Bulletin. The deadline to complete our survey is Wednesday, February 28. 

We will publicize suggestions and comments in a future Weekly Bulletin issue.

Escape the Vape Youth Video Contest Launches

Cash Prizes for Youth and Schools

Clatsop County today launched Escape the Vape, a youth vaping prevention video contest with cash prizes for youth and their school. 

Clatsop County middle and high school-age youth are invited to create and submit a 30-second public service announcement video to educate their peers on the dangers of e-cigarette use, also known as vaping. 

Read more.

Winter Ice Storm Low Interest Loans

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses economically impacted by the January 12-20, 2024, winter ice storm.

The disaster declaration makes SBA assistance available in 18 Oregon counties, including Clatsop.

Applicants may apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at SBA.gov/disaster. The deadline to apply is Friday, November 8, 2024.

Crews will be:

• Brush chopping on Lewis & Clark Road and Riverbend Road
• Ditching on Fort Clatsop Road, Lewis & Clark Road, Youngs River Road, Wireless Road, and Sports Acres Lane
• Performing road maintenance on Riverbend Road
• Performing culvert maintenance in the Knappa area
• Pothole patching in the Jewell area

May 2024 Primary Election Candidate Filing Opens

Open positions for the May 21, 2024, Primary Election include County Commissioner District 2, County Commissioner District 4, Sheriff, and Precinct Committee Persons.

New Recording Requirement

Effective January 1, 2024, HB 2029 amends Oregon Revised Statute 205.232 changing the minimum font size from 8-point to 10-point type for recorded documents. Documents being recorded in the County Clerks’ property records must have text with font sizes no smaller than 10-point. We urge all customers to begin updating their forms and templates early to avoid recording delays or extra charges.

Recording information

You can search for a document that has been recorded in Clatsop County. We have developed a way for you to search for a document before coming in or calling our office. 

Once you find the document you are looking for, you can request a copy without paying a research fee.  

Just go to our website under Recording Information – Records Research, click on Locate a Document.

Passports

An appointment is required prior to coming in for new passport processing. Routine service can take 6-8 weeks; Expedite service can take 2-3 weeks. Forms are available at www.travel.state.gov  

Appointment Scheduling Saves You Time

Please go to our webpage and schedule an appointment for passports, park passes, marriage licenses, dog licenses, and recordings with us.

If you do not have an appointment, you may be asked to wait if we are with someone who has scheduled an appointment. 

Clatsop County is a great place to work. Find out about current Clatsop County career opportunities where you can make a difference every day.

• Building Official. Closes 3/15
• Community Corrections Records Specialist.  Closes 3/1
• Election Worker (Temporary).  Open until filled
• Electrical Inspector. Open until filled
• Parole & Probation Deputy I or II. Open until filled

For your convenience, the URL to the job description is provided within each job posting under “How to Apply”. Should a link fail to open, the text link is provided to copy and paste into your browser.

If you have questions, concerns, feedback, or need assistance, please contact Human Resources. We’re happy to help!

Clatsop County is committed to being transparent and providing the information you need, when you need it.

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