Please join the City of Philomath for a brief event to honor the memory of Dale Collins. Space and parking may be limited at the site. Following the recent passing of former Mayor and Lions Club member Dale Collins, the Philomath City Council authorized renaming Dale Collins Park as Dale Collins Memorial Park in recognition […]
Learn about the roles of the mayor, city council, and city manager. Participants will also learn about public meeting laws, the city's public notice process, and discuss the best ways […]
Experience what it's like to be a firefighter or EMT and get a first-hand perspective of the inner workings of Philomath Fire & Rescue. Participants will tour the fire station and see the fire trucks and equipment. Topic: Fire and EMS Services Speaker: Chief Chancy Ferguson No registration required — drop-ins are welcome! Can't make […]
Discover how your property taxes are spent, how government budgeting works, and discuss the city's current financial policies and strategies adopted to stay in the black. Topics: The Budget City Finances Speakers: Mike Murzynsky, Finance Director; Chris Workman, City Manager No registration required — drop-ins are welcome! Can't make every session? No problem. Attend 7 […]
Learn the importance of having a multi-year strategic plan, review current goals and objectives of the City Council, and discuss the upcoming Philomath 2050 Community Visioning Project set to kick off in 2026. Topics: Strategic Planning Community Visioning Speakers: Chris Workman, City Manager; Chelsea Starner, Assistant City Manager No registration required — drop-ins are welcome! […]
Learn about the Philomath School District's vision, how schools are funded, and how decisions are made by the school board. Also learn about the expanded role the library is playing within our community. Topics: Philomath School District Philomath Public Library Speakers: Susan Halliday, School Superintendent; Thea Hart, Library Extensions Supervisor No registration required — drop-ins […]
Maintaining the city's public infrastructure system is key to a vibrant and sustainable community. Learn about what it takes to keep everything working and upcoming projects. Tour the water plant and discover how Philomath has such great drinking water. Topic: City Infrastructure (water, sewer, streets) Speakers: Kevin Fear, Public Works Director; Garry Black, Public Works […]
Get a first-hand perspective of what it takes to safeguard the community. Tour the police station and learn how different policing can work to reduce criminal activity. Also learn about the benefits of having a municipal court in a small city. Topics: Philomath Police Public Safety Speakers: David Gurski, Police Chief; Brandon Thurman, Sergeant; Blake […]
Learn about how the city uses land-use planning, development policies, building codes, and the urban renewal district to make Philomath a welcoming place to build a dream home or open a new business. Topics: Community Development City Planning Speaker: Chris Workman, City Manager No registration required — drop-ins are welcome! Can't make every session? No […]
The Philomath City Council meets at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26, in the council chambers at Philomath City Hall, 980 Applegate St. The council will go into executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(h) to consult with legal counsel about current litigation or litigation likely to be filed. News media may attend the executive session, but other […]
Philomath area service organizations will present on how their organizations are structured, what they do, and what volunteer opportunities are available. Topic: Community Service Organizations Speakers: Various community organization leaders (to be confirmed) No registration required — drop-ins are welcome! Can't make every session? No problem. Attend 7 or more sessions and receive a Certificate […]
The City of Philomath hosts the Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce’s November Greeters gathering 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Philomath City Hall, 980 Applegate St. The free event includes networking, upcoming events […]
