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Business Development

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1. Do I need special permits to start a new business?

The answer to this question depends on the type of business and where it will be located. Prior to beginning any new business venture and signing any building lease/rental agreement, you are encouraged to contact our Building Inspection Program at (541) 367-7993 for clarification. More Information

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City Council

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1. When does City Council meet?

The second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 pm in the City Hall Annex located at 1140 12th Avenue, Sweet Home, OR 97386.

2. How do I contact Mayor Craig Fentiman?

The Mayor does not have office hours at City Hall. He can be contacted by e-mail, mail, or by phone. Contact the Mayor

3. How do I become a City Councilor?

Any qualified elector who has resided in the City for at least one year may be nominated for City Council by one of the following ways: File a petition with 10-20 signed electors signatures that can be verified by the County OR sign a declaration of candidacy and pay a $10.00 fee to the City at the time of filing. Both options must be done no earlier than 100 days and no later than 64 days before the election date.

4. What are the terms of City Councilors?

Each subsequent biennial general election, four City Councilors shall be elected. The three receiving the highest number of votes shall hold office for four years and the person with the fourth highest vote total will receive a two year term.

5. How do I access Sweet Home Municipal Codes?

The following link will take you to our Municipal Code or you may contact the City Manager's Office for more information. More...

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Finance

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1. How do I apply for a passport?

People wishing to travel abroad can pick up an application in our office at City Hall or go directly to the State Department website and fill out an application online, print it off and bring it in to our office for processing. State Department Website

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Police

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1. How do I contact the department or reach an officer?

If it's an emergency, Dial 911. Otherwise, call the SHPD non-emergency dispatch center(24 hour) 541-367-5181. The dispatch center will take your information and dispatch an officer or will connect you with a specific individual within the department.

2. Where is the police department located?

We are located at 1950 Main Street, Sweet Home, Oregon. Right next to the Sweet Home McDonalds.

3. What hours are officers on patrol?

The Sweet Home Police Department has 24 hour police coverage, seven days a week. The Police Services Building is also manned 24/7.

4. I want to keep my gun safely away from children, can you help?

The Sweet Home Police Department will provide a free gun lock to owners. These locks are available at the Police Services Building.

5. I have been involved in a traffic accident, am I required to call the police?

If the accident has blocked a roadway or created any hazard to yourself or others, you should call the police. However,provided that no one is injured and you have exchanged information with the other parties involved, you are not required to notify the police. If there is an injury or the vehicle damage exceeds $1500.00 you must file an accident report with DMV. We have DMV forms available at the Police Services Building or you can download them from the Oregon DMV website.http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/DMV/forms/index.shtml

6. How can I get a copy of a police report?

Many police reports are available for purchase. For more information go to the Police Records link. There are certain reports that cannot be released, these include any open investigations or investigations relating to child or elder abuse.

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Public Works

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1. What is the "Street Sweeper" schedule?

The City attempts to provide street sweeper services the third (3rd) week of each month to all improved streets. Please feel free to contact our offices at 541-367-6977 should you have any questions.

2. How do I report a Streetlight outage?

You can report a streetlight outage directly to Pacific Power at www.pacificpower.net and go to the "Community Services" page. Please be prepared to provide the nearest cross-street location as well as the pole number. To contact Pacific Power you may Click Here