Commissioners extend mining-application suspension 90 days as repeal work begins
Facing pending litigation tied to the county's mining ordinance (Josephine County Code Chapter 5.15), the Board voted to extend the suspension of acceptance of mineral exploration and mining lease applications for 90 days and tasked Commissioner Martin to prioritize repeal work and engage counsel.
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Chair Ron A. Smith brought Board Order No. 2026-059 to the agenda to continue suspension of acceptance of mineral exploration permit and mining lease applications that had lapsed on Oct. 8, 2026. Dave Streeter (Forestry) advised that the prior suspension had expired and recommended resuming a suspension to avoid processing an application under the current ordinance while the Board considers changes.
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