Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, a special election will be held in the City of Hermiston, Umatilla County, Oregon for office of Ward IV Councilor for the remaining four-year term ending December 31, 2022. Elections shall be nonpartisan. Your choice of candidates will be presented upon the official ballot, conducted by mail, and shall be voted upon by all qualified voters of the City.
The City Council meets every second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:00pm for a work session and 7:00pm for their regular meeting at the Hermiston Community Center located at 415 S. Hwy 395.
Hermiston Energy Services (HES) To Adjust Retail Rates an Average Of 6.98% and 6.9% Percent in 2021
HERMISTON, Ore. – The Hermiston City Council on Monday approved adjustments to electric rates for all service classes effective January 1 and October 1, 2021.
The City Council and Leadership Team are setting high-level goals for the community. Working together, the City Council, City Staff, and Community have much to look forward to. This list is prioritized on what the City has accomplished and will focus on completing. The prioritized list can be found here:
Hermiston uses a “Council-Manager” form of government, similar to the large majority of Oregon cities. In a Council-Manager form of government, all powers of the city are vested in the City Council. The Council, made up of 8 elected Hermiston residents, ultimately decides whether or not the City will take an action on matters concerning the city. The Council hires a City Manager to manage day-to-day decisions and oversee department heads.
