Why I Like it Here - Christine Westbrook

People appreciate where they live for a variety of reasons. However, one aspect of Grants Pass that many of our employees love is the small-town feel in a city that has much to offer. Whether it be dining, outdoor recreation, wine tasting, or window brows...

Why I Like it Here - Adam Smith

People appreciate where they live for a variety of reasons. However, one aspect of Grants Pass that many of our employees love is the small-town feel in a city that has much to offer. Whether it be dining, outdoor recreation, wine tasting, or window brows...

Why I Like it Here - Megan Smith

People appreciate where they live for a variety of reasons. However, one aspect of Grants Pass that many of our employees love is the small-town feel in a city that has much to offer. Whether it be dining, outdoor recreation, wine tasting, or window brows...

Why I Like it Here - Chad Westbrook

People appreciate where they live for a variety of reasons. However, one aspect of Grants Pass that many of our employees love is the small-town feel in a city that has much to offer. Whether it be dining, outdoor recreation, wine tasting, or window brows...

Why I Like it Here - Maria Palomino

People appreciate where they live for a variety of reasons. However, one aspect of Grants Pass that many of our employees love is the small-town feel in a city that has much to offer. Whether it be dining, outdoor recreation, wine tasting, or window brows...

Why I Like it Here - Tim Fry

People appreciate where they live for a variety of reasons. However, one aspect of Grants Pass that many of our employees love is the small-town feel in a city that has much to offer. Whether it be dining, outdoor recreation, wine tasting, or window brows...

Why I Like it Here - Donna Anderson

People appreciate living in Grants Pass for a variety of reasons. In this video, Donna Anderson, an employee with the City of Grants Pass for 19 years, talks about what she has learned since she has been working for the city, and how living in Grants Pass...

Free wildfire property assessment available to City and County residents

Neighborhoods within the Wildland Urban Interface Zone of Grants Pass, where homes and wildlands mix, have a greater risk of being affected by a wildfire.

Rick McClintock, the Firewise Coordinator for Josephine County, will come out to any home o...

Groundwater "bubbler" explained

We’re all accustomed to seeing the Rogue River flow through Grants Pass, but why is there a constant flow of water along a section of NE 8th street near Grants Pass High School?

One might attribute the endless flow to someone who forgot to shut off their g...

Flood Risks and Protections

Are You Prepared for a Flood?

Rather than wait for a flood to occur, you can act now to protect your property from flood damage. Even if your property never flooded in the past, there is a 26% chance of experiencing a flood over the life of a 30-year mortg...

Video: Wastewater Division uses high-pressure water to remove root blockage

Last week, we told you how employees with the City’s Wastewater Division joined together to blast apart a root ball that was blocking 90% of a sewer pipe.

Here is a video of the operation, narrated by Nevin VanFossan, the operator of the CCTV van. The Jet/...

Grant awarded for Dollar Mountain trail system

The Oregon State Parks Commission approved a $350,000 grant to develop 12 miles of trails on Dollar Mountain. The City applied for the competitive Oregon State Parks Local Government Grant Program in April 2023 and was notified on Thursday, September 21, ...

City Manager's Weekly Report

The City Manager's Weekly Report for the week ending September 22, 2023.

Art Along the Rogue 2023

The 20th “Art Along the Rogue” chalk art festival kicks off on October 6, 2023, with a theme of "Blockbusters on the Block." Whether it’s a classic film like "Star Wars" or the latest Indiana Jones movie, ...

Fire Danger Level reduced to HIGH

The fire danger level within the City of Grants Pass decreased to “HIGH” (yellow) on Friday, September 1, 2023, at 12:01 a.m.

Cooler weather and light rainfall have improved conditions allowing the Fire Marshal for the City of Grants Pass to lower the fire...

CDBG Weatherization & Rehabilitation program

Applications for the City of Grants Pass Weatherization/Rehabilitation program will be available at 8 AM on Friday, September 1, 2023.  The program gives low-income homeowners residing within the city an opportunity to apply for grants to help wi...

Portland Loo public restroom installation in Beaver Parking Lot

Beginning Tuesday, September 5th, 2023, the Beaver Parking lot on the southwest corner of 7th and G streets will be impacted for the installation of the 2nd Downtown Portland Loo.  

The parking lot will remain open but parking spaces along the 7th...

Tree Canopy program open now

Looking to beautify your front yard with cooling shade, beautiful flowers, or fall colors? The City’s annual Tree Canopy Program is going on now. For $50, the City will plant a tree in your front yard.

We have five species to choose from and they are going...

Safe Parking Program

In an effort to facilitate the ability of service groups and businesses who wish to allow limited overnight parking of vehicles for people who lack permanent shelter in our community, the Grants Pass City Council recently approved the Safe Parking Program...

Fire Danger Level to increase to Extreme on July 29, 2023

The fire danger level within the city of Grants Pass will increase to “EXTREME” (red) on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 12:01 a.m. 

Due to dry vegetation, hot conditions, and numerous active fires in the region, the fire danger level on lands protect...

Portland Loo public restroom now open in Osprey Parking Lot

A loo for you to use is now open in the Osprey Parking Lot at the intersection of 5th and H Streets. Another Portland Loo will be installed in the Beaver Parking Lot in the coming months.

Each loo has a trash can, sharps container, and a recessed hand wash...

City of Grants Pass to conduct backflow testing

The City of Grants Pass will commence backflow testing this week for residential homes that participate in the City’s backflow testing program. An independent contractor is starting this week for homes in Northwest and Northeast neighborhoods. This testin...

Grants Pass SWAT, Fire Rescue, conduct explosive breach, search training

This week, the sound of explosions and smoke alarms were heard on the 1100 block of Fruitdale Drive, thanks to Grants Pass SWAT team members and Grants Pass Fire Rescue personnel taking advantage of a rare opportunity to train on a residential structure t...

Municipal Code amendments related to conduct in City parks and public spaces

On Wednesday, June 21, 2023, the Grants Pass City Council voted to amend the City’s Municipal Code with a variety of changes that address conduct for all users of Grants Pass City Parks and public property. 

While the changes address a v...

Historical Buildings and Sites Commission Request for Applications

Applications are being accepted for a position on the Historical Buildings and Sites Commission. This is a four-year appointment.

The committee’s purpose is to review proposed alterations to any Historic District or designated structure in the Ur...

Committee on Public Art (CoPA) request for applications

Applications are being accepted for two positions on the Committee on Public Art (CoPA) due to expiring terms. These are three-year terms.

CoPA works to engage the community and enrich public spaces through the placement of original artwork, creating a uni...

Budget Committee Request for Applications

Applications are being accepted for four positions on the Budget Committee. These are three-year appointments.

The City of Grants Pass Budget Committee receives and reviews the Recommended Budget and approves a Budget for Council’s consideration....

Sustainability and Energy Action Committee

Applications are being accepted for seven positions on the Sustainability and Energy Action Committee. These will be staggered three-year terms.

The Sustainability and Energy Action Committee will monitor and report to the City Council on the progress of t...

Job Opportunity: Administrative Support for Public Works

Join the Public Works Department as a key administrative support position!

This position provides a wide range of administrative support to the department including:

• Accounts payable processing
• Attending and compiling meeting minutes
• Assisting with creating, ...

Job Opportunity: Utility Billing Specialist

Are you a rock star at customer service?  Then, check out this opening for a Utility Billing Specialist (Finance Customer Service).

This position will be at the front counter, as a primary point of contact for customers in person, through...

Job Opportunity: Police Officer

As a member of the City of Grants Pass Police Department, you have an opportunity to join an exciting, dynamic department where your law enforcement skills will help protect and serve nearly 39,000 citizens. Opportunities include Patrol, Motors (Traffic),...

Job Opportunity: Dispatcher 9-1-1

Job Opportunity: Lateral Police Officer

We are seeking lateral Police Officer candidates to join our Police Department!

Check out this video by Officer Kasen Perkins about why he chose to take a job with the Grants Pass Police Department nearly 13 years ago.

In addition...

Road Closure Notice: Bridge St at Laurel St

Bridge Street at SW Laurel Street will be closed to through traffic beginning on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 (7 a.m. to 5 p.m.) for a water main installation. 

 Detours will be in place.

 Motorists are advised to avoid the area an...

Road Construction Notice: Schroeder Lane from Leonard Rd to the Park

The Schroeder Lane Storm Drain project is scheduled to resume construction the week of September 11, 2023. CPI will begin installing storm drain pipe and manholes from Leonard Road to the Schroeder Park. The estimated completion time is mid-November 2023,...

Street Sweeping Schedule - Week of September 25, 2023

If your home is in any of the zones listed in the calendar below, your street will be swept accordingly between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm. Help us to sweep your street by removing your cars and trash cans from the street between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm on the day y...