Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District Shares Information On Measure 5-310 - 03/19/26

Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District Shares Information on Measure 5-310

Measure Will Appear on May 19, 2026, Ballot

ST. HELENS, Ore., Mar. 18, 2026 — The Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District is providing general public information about Measure 5-310, a five-year operations levy that will appear on the May 19, 2026, ballot.

This release is intended to provide neutral, factual information about the measure and the services the district provides and is not intended to advocate for any outcome.

Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District serves as the central dispatch center for emergency communications in Columbia County, coordinating responses for law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services. These services support day-to-day emergency response across the county. The proposed operations levy is part of the district’s long-term planning to maintain these services.

•        Provides 24/7 emergency and non-emergency call-taking and dispatch services for Columbia County public safety agencies.
•        Funded through a combination of existing levies, fees, and other revenue sources.
•        Measure 5-310 is a district referral that will be considered by voters as part of its ongoing operational funding framework.
•        If approved, funds would be used to support operational needs over a five-year period.

Additional factual information, including budget documents, service statistics, and district planning materials, is available at:

www.columbia911.com

Members of the public may contact the district with questions or requests for public information at:

jhipes@columbia911.com | 503-366-6971

About Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District

Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District provides emergency communications services for Columbia County and supports local public safety agencies through timely and accurate dispatch of emergency and service calls.

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Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District Operations Levy Ballot Title Submitted - 03/04/26

9-1-1 Communications District Submits Ballot Title for Proposed Operations Levy

ST. HELENS, Ore. [March 04, 2026] — The Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District has submitted a ballot title for a proposed operations levy for an upcoming election.

The levy would support the District’s emergency communications services, including 9-1-1 call-taking, dispatch operations, and the technology and infrastructure that support emergency response throughout Columbia County.

“Emergency communications play a critical role in public safety across Columbia County,” said Jeff Flatt, President of the Columbia 9-1-1 Communications District Board of Directors. “Submitting the ballot title allows the community to review the proposal and better understand how the District supports law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical response.”

The ballot title and summary were submitted to the Columbia County Elections Office in accordance with Oregon election law. Once certified, the ballot title will be published for public review and comment within the timelines established by the state’s election process.

The proposed levy is intended to maintain current service levels and support operational needs, including staffing, technology systems, and equipment used to coordinate emergency response across the county.

Jeremy Hipes
Executive Director
Columbia 911 Communications District
jhipes@columbia911.com
503-366-6971