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Dock Grade Ornaments Are Up, Tree Lighting Saturday Dec. 7
We hope you’re enjoying the ornaments that are back up on Dock Grade and the White Salmon Xmas Tree that is decorated and ready for our Saturday Tree Lighting with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7 beginning about 5:00 PM in the Riverview Bank parking lot. There’ll be cookies and s’mores, Xmas tunes and loads of your neighbors and friends there, so be sure to join us. Please give a silent thank-you to the Community Partners Xmas Elves who prepared the ornaments and decorated the tree and Dock Grade. Also, please remember that Community Partners can always use donations of large … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Ensuring Safety: Collaborative Security Strategies for Neighborhoods
A strong sense of security is the cornerstone of a thriving community. By adopting proactive strategies, residents can dramatically improve the safety and well-being of their neighborhood. Implementing practical measures ensures that everyone enjoys a secure, connected community environment. Equip Yourself with Knowledge Gain a deeper understanding of the local resources available to you, such as the police department and community watch programs. Knowing the specifics of these services, including how to reach out in times of need, is vital for quick and effective response to emergencies. Awareness of your local safety net not only keeps you prepared but also … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
SR 141 Repaving Project News
The SR 141 repaving project from Bingen to White Salmon is scheduled for construction in 2026. WSDOT is just starting the Complete Streets pre-design phase of the project, during which they will determine a preferred alternative for bike and pedestrian facilities on the project corridor. The pre-design phase will inform the timeline for the rest of the project. WSDOT is hosting agency meetings about Complete Streets pre-design. There will be opportunities for public input to WSDOT. The first public open house was in June, 2024. Visit bit.ly/SR141BingenWhiteSalmon to keep informed of the dates/times as they finalize the schedule.
Rep’d – Ask Questions About the City
Rep’d – A Service That Will Allow Residents to Submit Questions to the Mayor – What will it take to fix our roads? – – How does the city budget work? – We all have questions about White Salmon, but it can be difficult to join city meetings to ask them. That’s why White Salmon has launched Rep’d, a service that will allow residents to submit and “vote up” the questions that matter most to them. Every week, Mayor Marla Keithler and staff will review questions and create brief video answers. Whether it’s related to budget, parks, fire, or city … [CLICK TO READ MORE]
Keep Safe From Online Scams
Online scams are increasing and the elderly, who may not be completely comfortable with computer technology, are particularly at risk. This article is targeted at the elderly but it has good advice for almost anyone.