Archives: FAQs

Who has volunteer opportunities and what can I volunteer for?

A list of County boards, typically filled by citizen volunteers, can be found on the Committees & Advisory Councils page. The Sherman County Court also appoints three citizens to serve on the Budget Committee within the County Court and appoints the Budget Officer. The Sherman County Historical Museum also needs volunteer Hosts. The museum conducts … Continued

What other jobs are available in Sherman County?

Many local employers post their job openings within The Dalles Chronicle, Sherman County eNews, and the Times Journal  (Condon) (distributed at Mid-Columbia Producers, 2003 1st Street in Moro, and through $35 annual mail subscriptions via Times Journal, P.O. Box 746, Condon, OR 97823; to place a job ad call (541) 384-2421 or email times-journal@jncable.com). The … Continued

How do I receive a structural permit for new buildings?

Applicants will need land use approval through the Sherman County Planning Department before planning staff can sign off on a building code application. To receive final building code permits you will need to submit your signed application and associated materials to: State of Oregon Building Codes Pendleton Field Office 541-276-7814 You can also access teh … Continued

Where do I go to get a building permit?

To receive final building code permits you will need to submit your signed application and associated materials to: State of Oregon Building Codes Pendleton Field Office 541-276-7814 You can also access the State website at www.oregon.gov/bcd/pages For Sewer and Septic permits contact the North Central Public Health District at 541-506-2600.

How do I volunteer with the county?

You can apply to volunteer using the Sherman County Citizen Volunteer Application Form. Please note, for some volunteer positions you will need to pass a background check. Please see the Criminal History FAQ and view the County’s Criminal Check form.

Where do I vote?

Oregon has a vote-by-mail system in all Oregon counties. Your ballot and election materials will arrive by mail. Ballots can be filled in and mailed back or delivered to four official county drop sites on election day. The County Clerk’s Office is open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on election day; official drop sites are … Continued

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