Jackson County, Oregon, USA

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

June 10, 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: Chela Veloz

For the last 25 years, Chela Veloz has worked steadfastly at Jackson County Health and Human Services, and always brightens up people's days.

August LADPC: Coordinated Care Organization Updates

At this month's meeting, Julia Jackson gave an update on several substance use disorder-related programs in our community.

August LADPC: Jackson County Strategic Planning...

At this month's meeting, Denise Acker gave an update on the finalization of the Jackson County Strategic Plan and the programs it calls for.

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...

County Close-up

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

County Close-up

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

Behavioral Health Resource Network Grant Overview

County Close-up - June LPSCC Meeting

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...

County Close-up - May LADPC Meeting

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.

The Health Impact of Meth Abuse and Stimulant Use Disorder

In the United States, psychostimulant overdose deaths have been on the rise for several years, and an increasing number of those deaths result from drugs laced with fentanyl.