Spirit of community shows in busy year for Keizer library
Keizer's library marks a year of increasing use by patrons, bilingual events, and popular children's activities. Operators report on a busy year to the Keizer City Council.
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Keizer mayor essay winner would combat trash, help homeless, families
Whiteaker eighth-grader Michelle Ashon-Imoroa pens a winning essay outlining goals to create safe places in Keizer for those in need.
Rain scrubs opening play at upgraded Keizer Little League Park
A "tired" ball park in Keizer is getting attention from new managers as youth season is close to starting. The Keizer Little League Park also will host tournaments through the summer.
Keizer businesses would see jump in police fees under city plan
Keizer councilors, while agreeing a fee hike is necessary, also want to take the plan to the voters before implementing it.
Developer plans market for long disused Keizer triangle
Lining up to pay $4.6 million for the 3.5 acres is a subsidiary of US Market, a Salem company with two other operations in Keizer.
Legislative session ends with no help for joint public safety center in Keizer area
Local fire officials and state Rep. Kevin Mannix say they'll continue the quest for funds to build the structure north of town.
Citizens can have their say as Keizer council considers higher police fees
The Keizer City Council is scheduled to meet in a special work session Saturday, March 7. The council will consider reports on local police staffing and a recommendation to hike fees to cover policing costs.
Soraida Cross, Keizer city councilor, admits ethics violation, faces fine
Keizer Councilor Soraida Cross admitted improperly using her position and a sheriff’s private number after a harassment citation, agreeing to a $500 ethics fine while denying intentional wrongdoing. The Oregon Government Ethics Commission is expected to approve the deal on Friday.
Local leaders urge legislators to back new public safety building
Keizer's legislators are urging approval of $778,000 in state funds to buy land and start design of the new facility, a joint effort of the Keizer Fire District and Marion County Fire District 1.
Keizer city panel favors fee hike – not levy – to pay for police
A Keizer city task force has concluded that increasing a monthly fee is the best way to raise money to cover policing costs. The panel rejected the idea of a property tax levy. Two members want voters to have a say on the fee increase.