News Flash

Grants Pass Police & Adapt to partner for overdose prevention

As National Recovery Month comes to a close, we are excited to share the beginning of a crucial partnership between the Grants Pass Police Department and Adapt Integrated Health Care. This collaboration in the City of Grants Pass aims to combat drug and a...

Caveman Pool Community Forum

The City of Grants Pass invites the community to attend a community forum to review the designs and solicit feedback on the Phase One New Design of the Grants Pass Caveman Community Pool on October 10, 2023. 

The forum will be held at City Council...

Fire Danger Level decreases to LOW

The fire danger level within the City of Grants Pass decreased to “LOW” (green) on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at 09:00 a.m.

Due to the widespread rains received conditions have improved allowing the Fire Marshal for the City of Gran...

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, ...

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,...

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...

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, ...

Council on KAJO, October 3

On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at 9:30 AM, City Council President Valerie Lovelace and Councilor Rob Pell will discuss important issues facing our community on KAJO radio, 99.7 FM. Tune in to hear what they have to say, and call in with your commen...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...