More on City’s Budget The Florence City Council has adopted the City’s 2025–27 biennial budget, totaling just over $77.1 million. The new budget, effective July 1st, was built around City Council goals and the 2025–27 Work Plan and includes major funding for infrastructure and essential city services. Key allocations include […]

Early Burn Ban To Go in Place Due to dry conditions, warmer-than-normal temperatures, and increasing fire danger, the Lane Fire Defense Board, Oregon Department of Forestry, and Lane Regional Air Protection Agency have declared an early end to the outdoor burning season in Lane County. Originally set to close June […]

Public Service Fee Passes Council The Florence City Council unanimously approved an ordinance Monday night establishing a new Public Safety Fee to address a projected $1.49 million shortfall in public safety funding for the 2025–27 biennium. Florence Police Chief John Pitcher outlined the department’s structure and emphasized the need for […]

Council Meeting Packed With Items The Florence City Council meets this evening with a packed agenda that includes proclamations for Pride Month, Juneteenth, and Amateur Radio Week, along with employee recognitions and board appointments. Councilors will hold public hearings on the proposed 2025–27 city budget, a new Public Safety Fee, […]