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MW&L manager gets a raise recommendation, and the utility seeks watershed patrols
Plus, a free Air Force clarinet trio concert is coming to Newberg on Fri., Nov. 13.
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News Notes · More
MW&L raise
The McMinnville Water & Light Commission recommended a 5% raise for General Manager John Dietz following his annual review Tuesday. NewsRegister.com
5%raise recommended for MW&L General Manager John Dietz
The commission made the recommendation after his annual review Tuesday.
Source: NewsRegister.com
Watershed
McMinnville Water & Light is seeking police assistance in protecting its watershed and other infrastructure outside city limits. NewsRegister.com
Dayton fee
Dayton city staff made a renewed push Monday to implement a stormwater fee. It would pay for local compliance and enforcement needs for state water quality regulations. NewsRegister.com
Free concert
A clarinet trio from the U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West will perform a free concert at 7:30 p.m. Fri., Nov. 13, at the Chehalem Cultural Center, 415 E. Sheridan St., in Newberg. The trio plays marches, jazz and classical pieces. Newberg Graphic
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MW&L manager gets a raise recommendation, and the utility seeks watershed patrols
Plus, a free Air Force clarinet trio concert is coming to Newberg on Fri., Nov. 13.
The TLDR
- Water & Light Commission recommends a 5% raise for its general manager
- MW&L seeks police help protecting its watershed
- Free Air Force clarinet trio concert set for Nov. 13 in Newberg
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