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.

Another Term as Surveyor: Scott Fein

Jackson County Surveyor Scott Fein will continue in office for another four years.

Another Term as Assessor: David Arrasmith

Appointed and then re-elected twice, David Arrasmith continues as Jackson County’s assessor for another four years.

Still Going Strong: Another Term for D.A. Beth Heckert

Beth Heckert was recently re-elected and sworn in for another term as Jackson County’s District Attorney.

Kristen Simmons - January Employee of the Month

Kristen Simmons has truly stepped up to the monumental task of keeping our airport as clean as possible during the pandemic.

2020 Annual Chairman's Award - Bud Amundsen

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Bud Amundsen was selected as the 2020 Jackson County Annual Chairman's Award recipient for his outstanding service to our community's youth.

Gender Responsiveness in Community Justice

How do the needs of women differ from the needs of men in the legal system?

Sworn into Office: Your Four Newly Elected...

Jackson County recently swore in your newest elected public officials: Dave Dotterrer, Beth Heckert, Dave Arrasmith, and Scott Fein.

Misdemeanor Drug Offenses in Jackson County

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In Jackson County, probation officers are trained to identify behaviors that may have caused a person to enter the legal system. This includes lesser charges, like misdemeanor drug offenses.