Waste prevention is very different from recycling. Recycling redirects discarded material from the landfill, and prevents materials from entering the waste stream. Waste prevention is about changing habits in regards to what and how we use resources. It is the best practice to reduce waste, affecting both the upstream and downstream effects on our environment, by reducing resource extraction, manufacturing, transportation and end-of-life management.
The City of Corvallis has been notified that the U.S. Census Bureau will begin conducting field data collection activities for the 2020 U.S. Census in communities throughout the country, including Corvallis. This work is expected to take place from approximately August 4 through October 11.
In November 2019, Benton County voters will have an opportunity to consider a proposed service district to support emergency 911 dispatch services throughout Benton County, Oregon. If approved, the new district would replace the existing 911 agreement that dates back to 1983. Emergency telecommunications evolved in both technological capabilities and customer expectations in the 35 years since the original agreement was put into place.
