Community development director: comprehensive plan update, Hidden Canyon resort application, and cell‑tower constraints John Isler told the board Crook County is updating its comprehensive plan (last updated 1978), processing a large Hidden Canyon resort application (225 units in phase one), and facing constrained options on a Pal Butte cell‑tower siting because federal law limits local rejection without technical proof.

Crook County is finally updating its decades-old comprehensive plan, igniting debates over a massive resort and a controversial cell tower – change is on the horizon!

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Crook County holds first hearing on broad land‑use code overhaul amid debate over ‘dwelling’ and ‘kitchen’ definitions At a Jan. 7 public hearing, Crook County officials opened the first of two reviews of Ordinance 357, an omnibus update to Titles 17 and 18. Residents pressed staff on a new definition of “design for occupancy” and a proposed kitchen standard that would affect accessory structures and future ADU conversions.

Crook County is redefining what it means to have a home, sparking heated debates over new kitchen standards and occupancy rules that could change the landscape of land use forever.

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Cook County approves $30K for Portland High School Rodeo and signs for senior center Cook County allocates funds to support youth rodeo and improve senior center signage.

Crook County is stepping up to support its youth and improve community services, allocating funds for the Portland High School Rodeo and enhancing senior center safety!

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Cook County Commissioners Hold Meeting with Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance Commissioners approve the consent agenda during the morning meeting on August 6, 2025.

The Crook County Commissioners kicked off their meeting with a heartfelt prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance, setting a collaborative tone for vital community discussions ahead.

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Kirk County Board Considers Waiving Landfill Fees for Yard Debris Cleanup Residents request waived dump fees and weed control support after recent wildfires.

Crook County residents are rallying for urgent support to waive landfill fees and tackle the invasive weeds threatening their recovery from devastating wildfires.

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Crook County Clerk Confirms Voting Process Integrity Amid VBM Campaign Discussion County clerk reassures citizens regarding secure ballot counting and declines to endorse VBM elimination.

Crook County is taking bold steps towards community engagement, from successful job fairs to ensuring secure voting processes—find out how these initiatives are shaping the future!

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