Jackson County, Oregon, USA

JACKSON COUNTY, OREGON
10 S OAKDALE AVE
MEDFORD, OR 97501

March 21, 2023

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County Close-Up

Thank you for visiting the Jackson County Close-Up page. You will find a series of video stories that show what is happening around the County.

You will discover what the different departments do and what drives them to work so hard for the citizens of Jackson County. You will find better understanding of why they are so committed to a safe and healthy place to live.

You will meet the people that work for you and what is on their minds. You will find out how citizen involvement shapes the direction of the county and about rules of governance.

We will discuss hot topics, things you may not know, and we may even surprise you. Enjoy your time as you look "Close-Up" with your Jackson County Government.

25 Years of Service Award: Christina Walker

Since 1997, Deputy Christina Walker has worked hard to help improve corrections and the impact it has on people's lives.

August LADPC: Health Justice Alliance Measure 110 Update

At this month's meeting, representatives from the Health Justice Recovery Alliance gave a detailed update about the progress on Measure 110's implementation.

September Employee of the Month: Gaby Pimentel

Gaby Pimentel is an invaluable member of the Juvenile Justice team, and now we're honoring her as September's Employee of the Month.

25 Years of Service Award: Nancy Coates

Since 1997, Nancy Coats has carefully reviewed countless building plans and requests for permits to ensure the safety and wellbeing of Jackson County citizens.

25 Years of Service Award: Brien Dallas

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Starting as a temporary part time employee at the Roads & Parks department, Brien Dallas has enjoyed a wonderful career that's blossomed over the last 25 years.

35 Years of Service Award: Julie Reneau Dobson

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After 35 years of dedicated service to the Jackson County Assessor's Office, we're honoring Julie with a well-deserved Years of Service Award.

July Community Service Award: Rick Sheridan

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Starting as a volunteer firefighter in 1981, Rick Sheridan has provided thousands of hours of volunteer work for Fire District 3.

July Employee of the Month: Tanya Phillips

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Since 2011, Tanya Phillips has worked tirelessly at Jackson County Health and Human Services, and now we're honoring her with a well-deserved employee of the month award.

Behavioral Health Resource Network Grant Overview

The topic of Measure 110 has come up in nearly every Local Public Safety Coordinating Council meeting since it was passed last year.

Jackson County Strategic Planning Initiative Update

Right now, one of the most pressing issues faced by agencies in the Local Alcohol and Drug Planning Committee is the increasing epidemic of fentanyl
abuse.