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Good morning.

Going up?

The Keizer City Council is considering boosting the monthly fee on your utility bill to pay for police on Monday, May 4. That could mean a significant hike in what business properties pay.

The council also will consider asking voters about the idea. The councilors can impose the increase without direct taxpayer consent. But several councilors have promised they would get a city vote on the matter before raising the fee, and that likely will be settled on Monday.

City officials say the extra money is needed to cover the costs of the Keizer Police Department, as we have reported previously.

The meeting starts at 6 p.m. and is open to the public.

You don’t have to wait until a ballot vote to have your say.

•Submit a letter to the council before the meeting at city hall or by email to City Recorder Melissa Bisset ([email protected]). •Speak to the councilors during the public comment period near the start of the meeting.

Now, here’s what we’ve been reporting on in recent days at Keizertimes.

–Les Zaitz, editor (email: [email protected])

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Keizer council approves fee hikes, considers public vote
The higher fees to support police and pay for other services begin to go into effect in July, but the council is still mulling whether to seek an advisory vote…
27 May 2026
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Keizer council approves fee hikes, considers public vote
The higher fees to support police and pay for other services begin to go into effect in July, but the council is still mulling whether to seek an advisory vote…
27 May 2026
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‘A huge step’ – Keizer Community Library gains state’s recognition as public library
The designation opens the way to regional collection sharing, a children’s reading program and new grant possibilities.
26 May 2026
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‘A huge step’ – Keizer Community Library gains state’s recognition as public library
The designation opens the way to regional collection sharing, a children’s reading program and new grant possibilities.
26 May 2026
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McNary seniors prepare for graduation
McNary’s graduation ceremony will take place on June 5.
28 May 2026
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McNary seniors prepare for graduation
McNary’s graduation ceremony will take place on June 5.
28 May 2026
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Claggett Creek student recognized for personal growth
A Claggett Creek eighth grader was one of three Keizer students to be awarded for growth.
29 May 2026
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Claggett Creek student recognized for personal growth
A Claggett Creek eighth grader was one of three Keizer students to be awarded for growth.
29 May 2026
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Keizer teen reflects on experience as youth councilor
As her term ends, a teen shared her experiences joining the Keizer City Council this year as a youth councilor.
28 May 2026
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Keizer teen reflects on experience as youth councilor
As her term ends, a teen shared her experiences joining the Keizer City Council this year as a youth councilor.
28 May 2026
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McNary ends Air Force cadet program over budget cuts, declining enrollment
Two years after McNary cut it’s Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program, the cadet program that replaced it is ending.
28 May 2026
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McNary ends Air Force cadet program over budget cuts, declining enrollment
Two years after McNary cut it’s Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps program, the cadet program that replaced it is ending.
28 May 2026
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Police department calls: Keizer teen arrested for rape of girl, 16
POLICE SCANNER: Information is provided by the Keizer Police Department. The agency has removed specific addresses to protect privacy.
28 May 2026
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Police department calls: Keizer teen arrested for rape of girl, 16
POLICE SCANNER: Information is provided by the Keizer Police Department. The agency has removed specific addresses to protect privacy.
28 May 2026
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Loren’s signs on for first turf field sponsorship at Keizer Rapids Park
Sponsors can claim the naming of the entire sports complex, fields and the concession stand at the turf complex in Keizer Rapids Park.
23 May 2026
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Loren’s signs on for first turf field sponsorship at Keizer Rapids Park
Sponsors can claim the naming of the entire sports complex, fields and the concession stand at the turf complex in Keizer Rapids Park.
23 May 2026
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McNary sending dozen athletes to state track meet in Eugene
Celt teams took second place at the district track and field meet, with 12 athletes advancing to state March 29. McNary also had the district’s coach of the year, Amanda…
26 May 2026
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McNary sending dozen athletes to state track meet in Eugene
Celt teams took second place at the district track and field meet, with 12 athletes advancing to state March 29. McNary also had the district’s coach of the year, Amanda…
26 May 2026
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UPDATE: Celt softball squad loses to Jesuit in state playoffs
The Celts defeated Westview’s Wildcats en route to the second round of state softball playoff action.
26 May 2026
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UPDATE: Celt softball squad loses to Jesuit in state playoffs
The Celts defeated Westview’s Wildcats en route to the second round of state softball playoff action.
26 May 2026


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