Public Works Repairs Decades-Old Water Line
You probably never noticed it, and that's exactly the point. Last week, our Public Works crew repaired a broken water line at the city's South Wellfield. The line had reliably served the community since the 1960s, but after decades [...]
Independence Mourns the Loss of Councilor Marilyn Morton
We are deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of City Councilor Marilyn Morton. Marilyn served on the city council for nearly 25 years, including as council president, and cared deeply for the community she represented. In addition to [...]
Independence Police Release Monthly Report
Have you been curious about what our officers have been up to all month? The Independence Police Department is sharing a sample of the calls for service each month to inform and educate community members on the work we do. [...]
EPA Tours Corvallis Road Waterline Project
Earlier this week, city staff met with representatives from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to tour the ongoing construction of the Corvallis Road Waterline project. This project is a key investment in our community's future, replacing aging infrastructure [...]
Free Water Conservation Kits Now Available
As part of our state-mandated Water Management and Conservation Plan, the city's public works department is offering free water conservation kits for residents wanting to participate in water conservation efforts. The kits include: 1 Trigger Nozzle 1 Plastic Shut-Off Coupling [...]
Honoring a Champion for Safer Streets
Last week, city staff, Mayor Schwarzler, Councilor Corr, and close family gathered for an intimate memorial unveiling at the corner of Gun Club Road and Hoffman Road in honor of Jamie Boe, a longtime Independence resident and tireless advocate [...]
Public Notice: Abolishing the City of Independence Library
PCIO26-327 PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE ABOLISHING THE CITY OF INDEPENDENCE LIBRARY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Independence will hold two public hearings pursuant to ORS 357.621 to hear comments regarding the proposed closure of the City of Independence [...]
Corvallis Road Waterline Work Pausing for Holiday Weekend
To help make holiday travel easier, work on the Corvallis Road Waterline Project will pause beginning Wednesday, July 1, through Sunday, July 5. Construction will resume Monday, July 6. During the holiday weekend, both lanes of Corvallis Road will be [...]
Students Showcase Community Design Projects
Earlier this week, city staff and Mayor Schwarzler visited Ash Creek Elementary's 5th Grade Open House, where students showcased the cities they designed and built as one of their final projects of the school year. Their creative city plans [...]
Construction Advances on Corvallis Road Waterline Project
Work continues on the Corvallis Road Waterline Project, with crews making steady progress on this important infrastructure investment. Over the past few weeks, contractors have surveyed the existing waterline, sawcut the trench route, completed utility locating and potholing activities, [...]
