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Josephine County proclaims probation, parole and community supervision week; resident accuses staff of retaliation at public comment
Summary
The board proclaimed July 19–25, 2026 as probation, parole and community supervision week and praised community justice professionals. During public comment a resident alleged county employees had created a "retaliation list;" a commissioner said the board would look into the individual's concern.
The Josephine County Board of Commissioners proclaimed July 19–25, 2026 as probation, parole and community supervision week on Wednesday and praised community justice professionals for their work supervising individuals, providing referrals and supporting victims.
The proclamation text read by the chair emphasized the role of community justice professionals in "accountability, rehabilitation, and successful community outcomes" and encouraged residents to recognize and express appreciation for those serving in the field. The chair closed the proclamation by commending the work and calling it "important."
During the public comment period, a resident (not named in the record) made a lengthy, emotional allegation that county government employees had created a "target list" and engaged in retaliation, intimidation and "abuse of power," and said they had been removed from a meeting the prior week. The speaker said they were documenting the incidents and that "Josephine County will be brought into constitutional compliance," framing the statements as the speaker's allegations.
A commissioner responded directly to that speaker, saying the board "has no intentions of taking away your rights" and that they would "look into what we can do" regarding the individual's situation. The board did not take a formal vote or open an investigation during the meeting; the remarks and the response were recorded as part of public comment.
Separately, Deb Berg (who identified herself as "Deb Berg, Josephine County") thanked the board for approving the extension budget and urged greater volunteer engagement for 4‑H activities. Commissioners also thanked firefighters for recent work on fires near Cave Junction, reported that crews were in mop‑up for the East Evan Creek fire, and encouraged residents to attend the upcoming county fair. The meeting adjourned at 9:15 a.m.
