Scappoose council presses Columbia County 9‑1‑1 district over poor radio coverage, seeks commitments

Oct 7, 2025

Councilors, the police chief and a city council member who sits on the 9‑1‑1 board described long-running radio coverage gaps in Scappoose and discussed next steps including a meeting with the new 9‑1‑1 director, a possible MOU, grant searches and mediation under ORS 403.160 if necessary.

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Council President Tyler Miller and other Scappoose officials told the council they are pressing the Columbia County 9‑1‑1 Communications District to address persistent radio-coverage gaps that, they said, create safety risks for first responders and the public.

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