After Pendleton City Manager Robb Corbett stated that it was his wish that Pendletonian Times unpublished this erroneous article, we feel that it is in the best interests of transparency to republish the erroneous report as its errors were caused by incompetent website staff employed by the city. The City of Pendleton website was verified […]
By James Hehn, Pendletonian Times PENDLETON, Ore. – Pendleton business owners seem to think that the homeless should go somewhere warm and stay out of their sight rather than in view of the public. City Councilors say that something should be done at the local level and the Mayor wants to schedule a workshop. During […]
Representative Bobby Levy co-sponsored a “Greater Idaho” bill to explore relocating the Oregon-Idaho border. Proposed by Citizens For Greater Idaho, the initiative aims to unite conservative eastern Oregon counties with Idaho to improve governance and reduce political tensions. Thirteen counties support the move, but key political figures have not endorsed it.
Councilor Brandson raised concerns about increased difficulties faced by downtown business owners due to interactions with the homeless population. The discussion highlighted the need for a deeper dialogue on these issues, focusing on potential solutions while balancing the needs of businesses and the homeless community. City officials acknowledged ongoing efforts to address this complex situation.
A video from Promise Inn, an emergency homeless shelter in Pendleton, Oregon, shows alleged black mold and maintenance issues. Guests report curfew enforcement and deferred repairs. Pendleton Police Chief criticized state mental health closures while discussing homelessness in a City Council meeting. CAPECO, which operates Promise Inn, seeks $22 million for a food center.