Frequently Asked Questions

Burn Permits

Permits are issued once a year for each calendar year. Burning is not permitted from July 1 to September 30. Permits are currently $10.00 per year.

Property Tax

The current city property tax rate is $1.57 per $1,000 assessed value. Union County collects all property taxes. Call the Union County Assessor/Tax Collector at (541) 962-1002 or visit union-county.org.

Dog Licensing

Dog licenses are required for all dogs at six months of age, or within 30 days of residency in the county. Licenses are $15/year for a spayed or neutered dog and $25 for a dog that is not. Before a license can be issued, a dog must have a rabies vaccination from a veterinarian. Owners must bring their rabies certificate and proof of spay/neuter. Learn more.

Reporting an Ordinance Violation

To report an ordinance violation, complete the Citizen Comment Form (available in Documents or at City Hall) and drop it off at City Hall.

Register to Vote

You can register to vote online or at the Union County Clerk’s Office in La Grande. Call (541) 963-1006 for more information, or use online registration.

Useful Phone Numbers

For more, see the Local Directory and Contact pages.