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Community Announcements

Recruitment for LIBRARIAN – Open Until Filled

The City of Lyons is seeking qualified candidates to apply to serve as the next lead Librarian for the Lyons Public Library.
We are looking for an experienced librarian with knowledge of public library operations, and familiar with regional library services preferred.

Librarian Job Announcement w/Application

Along with your application, please provide a resume and cover letter.

Submit applications by 5/23/25 for our next review of applications.
Submit to: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons, OR 97358
or via email:  cityoflyons@wavecable.com


Lyons City Council Regular Meeting

When:  Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St., Lyons, OR
Agenda coming soon.


Linn County Sheriff’s Report

April 2025 Report


Linn County Natural Hazard Mitigation Update

The 2017 plan is currently under review for an update.
For more information here is the link to Linn County website:
Linn County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan


Budget Committee Information

Are you interested in learning more about your city government? Can you spare 2 to 4 hours a year to assist with approving the City’s budget? No experience is required. You will be presented with the proposed budget. You will be able to ask questions and make comments. When discussion is completed the committee will vote on the proposed budget. If the committee is not ready to vote, the discussion will continue at a future date. That’s it!

The next meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2025 at 6:30 pm, located at Lyons City Hall, 449 5th Street.

Any person may attend a budget committee meeting. Any person may ask questions or provide comments. Only members may vote. To become a voting member you must be a registered voter living within the city limits of Lyons and cannot be an employee. Currently, there are no vacancies on the committee. When a vacancy does occur, please complete the application and submit it to Lyons City Hall, 449 5th St, Lyons.

APPLICATION FORM FOR COMMITTEES                    Positions and Terms

To learn more about the basics of the budgeting process in Oregon, please read the State’s publication:
Local Budgeting in Oregon

There is much more information and learning materials on their website at:
Local Budget Law


PREVENT NOXIOUS WEEDS AND WILDFIRES!!!

Please maintain your property to prevent the spread of noxious weeds and wildfire! Overgrown weeds, bushes, and grasses may spread noxious weeds to surrounding properties. When they dry out, they become a fire hazard not only to your own property but to neighboring property.  LMC 8.10.035 Hazardous Vegetation & Trees

“AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION IS WORTH A POUND OF CURE.”  Benjamin Franklin


The  SANTIAM SERVICE INTEGRATION TEAM is available for those who need assistance with things such as basic household items, food, formula, picking up prescriptions. This program serves as a safety net by facilitating resources and information for individuals and families who live within the North Santiam School District, Santiam Canyon School District, and Cascade School District. 503-409-3652  sitmobile@santiamhospital.org


AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM

FCC Helping Households Connect

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare, and more. If you qualify, you may be eligible for a discount of up to $30 per month toward your internet service!

Learn More About It


SEPTIC SYSTEM NEED REPAIR?

DEQ & Craft3 are working together to provide funding assistance to low income property owners.

For more information visit their website at:   Craft3


Cougar Sightings & Wildlife

There have been sightings of cougars in the John Neal Park area. To learn more about cougars and other wildlife, visit the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife’s website:  Cougar Information   Beavers   Living With Wildlife

Your Resource for Emergency Preparedness

Prepare for emergencies before they happen!
Prepare, Plan, Stay Informed
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Maps

Lyons Street Map

Lyons Aerial Map

2010 Census Demographic Profile Summary File

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Lyons Public Library

We provide literacy materials, large print books, audio books, videos & DVDs, music CDs, books and Internet Access. Our friendly and professional staff is eager to serve you. Visit Library

Building and Permits

Developing property in Lyons? Need a permit?
  • City of Lyons Permits
  • Septic Linn County Environmental Health
  • 2017 Oregon Residential Specialty Code

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