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The first time the Old Hazeldell Quarry was proposed to the Lane County Board of Commissioners, there was a conservative majority leading the governing body. Five years and three new commissioners later, the board is once again deciding whether to OK the permit for the project backed by Ed King of King Estate. The board is limited in its ability to deny the permit, but in the past few weeks the majority of public comments have been calling on the commissioners to axe the quarry project, especially given the city of Oakridge’s investment in tourism. Residents in Oakridge are concerned the quarry could have a negative impact on air quality and traffic. ....
Plan for quarry near Oakridge faces another delay A plan to build a quarry near Oakridge is facing another delay. Posted: May 5, 2021 12:55 PM Updated: May 5, 2021 1:06 PM Posted By: Jacob Roberts OAKRIDGE, Ore. – A plan to build a quarry near Oakridge is facing another delay. The Lane County Board of Commissioners said Tuesday it needs more time to take public comment and consider the plans before making a decision. On Aug. 3, commissioners plan to hold a fourth reading of an ordinance that would pave the way for Old Hazeldell LLC to begin mining on TV Butte, which overlooks Oakridge. The plan to build the gravel quarry has been years in the making, but has been met with resistance from the community concerned about the various impacts it might have on the area. ....
Oakridge officials say they are ahead of vaccine schedule Oakridge held their first mass vaccination clinic today. But even before this event, officials say 5 percent of their entire population have already been given their first doses. Posted: Feb 20, 2021 4:48 PM Updated: Feb 20, 2021 10:25 PM Posted By: Jaewon Jung OAKRIDGE, Ore. - The city of Oakridge held its first mass vaccination clinic at the Oakridge Fire Department on Saturday. Around 160 first doses were administered to eligible seniors 75 years and older. This event was in partnership with Orchid Health, fire department volunteers and local pharmacies. Oakridge residents who received their shots said they have been waiting a long time for this moment. ....