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City Exploring Plan to Fix Streets
Thu, 06/19/2025 - 3:58pm
With local streets deteriorating and budget constraints limiting what can be done, the Olney City Council is exploring a regional partnership with neighboring cities to share labor and materials costs.
OEDC to Revive Tax Zone Plan to Balance Tax Cuts
Thu, 06/19/2025 - 3:58pm
The Olney Economic Development Corporation is reigniting efforts to establish a Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) to spur residential growth and bring national homebuilders to town - a year after the group floated the proposal and received pushback from some business owners.
Council to Rework Permit Structure
Thu, 06/19/2025 - 3:58pm
The Olney City Council began the process of simplifying the city’s permitting structure, moving toward a flat-rate system aimed at cutting red tape, reducing confusion, and recovering inspection costs.
Olney Chief Takes Top Cop Job in Vernon
Thu, 06/19/2025 - 3:58pm
Chief of Police Dan Birbeck has announced his resignation from the Olney Police Department after five years of service, accepting the position of Police Chief for the City of Vernon. Chief Birbeck’s final day on duty in Olney will be Friday, June 20. A farewell celebration will be held at the Olney Civic Center that day from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.