• County Commissioners Board Meetingsmoving to 3rd Street.

    Wasco County is excited to announce that beginning May 1, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners meetings will be held in our new office space located at 401 E. 3rd Street (formerly known as the GOBHI building). This new space will allow community members easier access to Commissioner meetings. To better prepare you for this change, please click the Learn More button.

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  • Proposed amendmentsto NSA LUDO.

    Wasco County Planning Department is proposing amendments to the National Scenic Area Land Use and Development Ordinance (NSA LUDO) in response to several "housekeeping" issues. Some of the adjustments fix typos and improve readability, while others are needed to bring the document into compliance with requirements with the Columbia River Gorge Commission's Master Plan and the Federal Emergency Management Administration/State of Oregon floodplain rules. Click the Learn More button to review the proposed changes.

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  • Visit Wasco County!

    Spring is the perfect time to visit Wasco County! With warmer temperatures and sunny skies, it's fantastic weather for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, bird watching, river rafting and more. Come browse through Oregon's oldest bookstore, discover Oregon Trail history, and enjoy local wines, micro brews and food - all within a short drive of major metropolitan areas. Come see what Wasco County has to offer!

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  • Wasco Countyis hiring.

    Join a dynamic team of people dedicated to serving others! Click on the Learn More button to see a listing of open positions.

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October
October

Board of Commissioners Meetings Moving

Wasco County is excited to announce that beginning May 1, 2024, the Board of County Commissioners meetings will be held in our new office space located at 401 E. 3rd Street (formerly known as the GOBHI building). This new space will allow community members easier access to Commissioner meetings. To better prepare you for this change, please click "view all announcements".

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Letter of Recognition

911 Dispatchers Cassie Caron and Sue Miller receive an award for displaying the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office Core Value of Excellence by providing Superior Service to a citizen in need.
Cassie receiving an award

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National Holiday

County offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day.

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National Holiday

County offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in observance of Juneteenth.

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