What's Happening in Union
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BURN PERMITS NOW AVAILABLE AT CITY HALL
No burning after dark
You can burn: limbs, twigs, cut trees and shrubbery.
You cannot burn: green tree leaves, grass clippings, trash, plastics, magazines, colored paper or diapers.
Burn piles larger than 2 feet high or 3 feet in diameter first must be inspected by the Fire Chief. Tod Hull 910-5660
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CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS THE CITY OF UNION
City Council Position 5 - deadline extended to May 1st with interviews on May 7th, 6 pm
Planning Commission Seat – deadline May 5th
Budget Committee Seat – deadline May 5th
Please stop by City Hall for an application or download by clicking HERE Questions? Call City Hall - 562-5197 |
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As we approach summer the city wants to remind residents it’s the property owners responsibility to keep tall grass and weeds 12” or higher cleared from the right-of-ways. If you have questions please call City Hall at 562-5197.
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 101 st ANNUAL June 6,7 & 8th "A Family Tradition" www.easternoregonlivestockshow.com |
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ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS!
Since mid February of this year the City’s website has had more than 1,600 visits.
For the out of town visitors and locals we want to provide them with local business information. If you are interested please submit the following:
Business Name Short one sentience business description. Contact Information Submit this information to office@cityofunion.com
The City’s web server is a local volunteer with a full time job, please be patient as the website is updated. Also note there is no cost to the City to have this website.
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FOR SENIOR CITIZENS Need a way to get to senior meals? Are you unable to drive? We have a solution for you…take the bus. For a fee of $1.00 the bus will come and pick you up for senior meals and take you home. On Wednesdays for a fee of $2.00 the bus will take you to La Grande for doctor appointments and shopping. If you have questions please call Ruby Allen at 562-5659. WANTED: Senior meal organizer is currently looking for an alternate driver 3 times during the last week of May and all of June. Call Ruby Allen if you can help 562-5659. |
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Water and Sewer Rate Change As per Ordinance Number 508, Section 6 and part 1, a 2.5% adjustment of the rates will be made yearly to keep the water and sewer rates current with increase cost of living. (This percentage reflects an average of consumer price indexes over the past ten years). You will notice this change on your May utility bill.
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TIME TO READ THAT WATER METER
The City of Union will be reading water meters again starting April 21st thru April 25th. Residents are asked to make sure your meter is visible. Do not park cars on meters and if you have debris covering the meter please remove it. These meters are city property and the majority of them are located just off property lines on city right-of-ways.
Residents are not allowed to turn the meter on or off or tamper wit it in any way. If you need your water turned off or on or checked for a leak those hours are from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday thru Friday. These services are available after hour for an additional cost. Please call City Hall to schedule an appointment.
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PARK BATHROOMS OPEN SOON Due to cold temperatures in the evenings the bathrooms have remained closed at the City Park. The restrooms have no heat to them so the piping runs the risk of freezing.
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Up coming events at your Union Carnegie Public Library:
Thursday, May 1st 3:00 - 4:30 pm Electronic Resources Training
Wednesday, May 14th 6:30 - 7:30 pm May Lollapalooza
Friday, June 6th - Eastern Oregon Livestock Show Parade (If you are interested in being on the Library float please call Louise Shelden at 562-5811)
Wednesday, June 11th 10:00 - 11:00 am "Catch the Reading Bug!" Summer Reading Program begins. For more information visit the Library or call Louise Shelden at 562-5811 or Eileen Bowles at 562-5731. There will be some special events in the City Park but the dates aren't firm yet, so be sure to watch for more information regarding these fun events for all ages.
Continuing events at your local Public Library:
Tuesday's at 1:00 pm Story time for pre school age children. Friday's at 1:00 pm Chapter book Story time for children and adults. Reader, Mr. Gary Keenan.
Come in and "check-out" all your Public Library has to offer! See you soon!
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BASKETBALL HOOP REMINDER If you own a basketball hoop that is currently placed in the City right-of-way or on the City street, please move it back to your property. Large trucks have had a hard time avoiding basketball hoops. Thank you for your understanding.
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MAYOR and COUNCIL SEATS OPEN January 2009
Election day in November is fast approaching and the City of Union has 3 council seats open, which are four-year terms. The mayor seat is also open and it is a two-year term. If you are interested in running for these positions please contact City Hall or stop by for an application and all necessary paper work. Filing deadline is August 28, 2008.
The Mayor Role: the mayor presides over council meetings and participates in discussions, but votes only to break ties. He/she appoints committees with council approval and signs all ordinances and other records of proceedings approved by the council. The mayor is the recognized civic leader in the eyes of the community.
The Councilor Role: the City Council is the elected governing body of the city government. The Council is responsible to the citizens for:
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2 BEDROOM HOUSE $595.00 a month New furnace Water and sewer paid. Call City Hall for more information.
3 BEDROOM HOUSE Available Soon |
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TIME TO FILL THAT POTHOLE As the temperatures warm up the City public works crew will be using cold-patch to fill potholes. This material works great when temperatures warm up and will hold in the hole better.
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