Summer is prime time for building projects, and housing is a priority for many communities. The Oregon Legislature has adopted legislation in recent years in efforts to offer cities tools for increasing housing production. One of those tools is urban growth boundary expansion, under certain criteria. This article explains steps necessary to seek this one-time option.
What is an employer to do when an employee seemingly resigns, or makes ambiguous statements about no longer wanting to stay at their current job? What is an employer to do if an employee does not immediately make a need for accommodations known to their employer? This article outlines best practices for effective communication and strategies to help support positive employee relations.
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Even the most knowledgeable and experienced councils and boards are at times confronted with situations where the proper procedures are unclear. Does your governing body have a designated parliamentarian? Has it adopted formal rules of procedure? Read on for suggestions to help keep your governing body running smoothly
The provision of food and beverages to its public officials during meetings or other official events has been a hot topic – read here for the latest updates.
One-Time UGB Expansion
/in 2026, Article, Uncategorized /by Aubreyana BurtonSummer is prime time for building projects, and housing is a priority for many communities. The Oregon Legislature has adopted legislation in recent years in efforts to offer cities tools for increasing housing production. One of those tools is urban growth boundary expansion, under certain criteria. This article explains steps necessary to seek this one-time option.
Navigating Ambiguous Resignations and ADA Interactive Process Obligations
/in 2026, Article /by Aubreyana BurtonWhat is an employer to do when an employee seemingly resigns, or makes ambiguous statements about no longer wanting to stay at their current job? What is an employer to do if an employee does not immediately make a need for accommodations known to their employer? This article outlines best practices for effective communication and strategies to help support positive employee relations.
Robert’s Rules Refresher
/in 2026, Article /by Aubreyana BurtonEven the most knowledgeable and experienced councils and boards are at times confronted with situations where the proper procedures are unclear. Does your governing body have a designated parliamentarian? Has it adopted formal rules of procedure? Read on for suggestions to help keep your governing body running smoothly
House Bills Update: Gifts, Grub, and a Governor’s Veto
/in 2026, Article /by Aubreyana BurtonThe provision of food and beverages to its public officials during meetings or other official events has been a hot topic – read here for the latest updates.