Public Works Updates, Sanitation Rate Changes and More from the City of Union
By Garrett Christensen on Monday, April 3rd, 2023 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
UNION – The weather might be stifling the typical get up and go atmosphere of spring but that doesn’t mean Union County’s townships aren’t staying busy. The city of Union in particular has several updates for the month of April, including public works progress and new sanitation rates.
Starting off with Public Works, bidding for restoration of the middle ranger station building officially ended March 30 with the city planning to begin construction this summer. City Hall also expects the finalized DEQ permit for Union’s Wastewater treatment plant to arrive this month.
City Administrator Doug Wiggins would also like to welcome two new members to city commissions, writing in a recent newsletter:
“The City of Union welcomes the newly appointed positions to the Budget and Planning Commission, Brian McDowell to the Budget Committee and Jeff Williams to the Planning Commission. Brian replaces Dick Middleton who was recently elected to the Council and Jeff replaces Dan Davenport who recently stepped down after many years of service. It is always a pleasure to see volunteers step up into these important roles with the City.”
The city of Union also has its cleanup day scheduled for May 6 on 410 treatment plant road. Cleanup will last from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and the city asks that only residents of Union participate. Accepted items include:
- Yard Debris
- Household Items (appliances, furniture, mattresses)
- Electronics
- Tires without rims—8 per household
Non accepted items include:
- Household Garbage
- Hazardous Waste (paint, chemicals, etc)
- Shingles
- Ashes
- Batteries
On the subject of cleanup and trash, Union has also announced a 7.1% increase in garbage service rates as of April 1. In addition, the city also announced a 2% increase in sewer base rates and a 1% increase in water base rates effective this month. This results in a dollar amount for water of $34.33 ¾” meter, sewer of $52.53” meter and a total utility cost of $96.86.
Lastly, Union would like to remind residents to call 811 and request a ground survey before starting any digging projects on their property. This can avoid damage or destruction to any underground utility infrastructure.
