Applications are currently being sought to fill a vacancy on the Rainier City Council for Position #6, with a term that expires in January 2029. Applicants for the volunteer position...

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U.S. 30 Paving in Rainier – Expect Ramp Closures

Paving starts next week with ramp closures In the coming weeks, expect overnight ramp closures from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. We plan to close the westbound ramps first, followed by the...

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Columbia County Backyard Composting Survey

Columbia County in partnership with Oregon State University Extension Office are conducting a countywide backyard composting survey. We want to hear from the community about their...

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The Rainier City Council is currently accepting applications for the Rainier Planning Commission (volunteer position). The Planning Commission advises the Mayor and City Council on...

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May 28, 2026 CITY OF RAINIER PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release City of Rainier Closely Monitoring Columbia River Situation Following Industrial Spill; Water Quality Testing Ongoing The...

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Wednesday, June 3 is the first day that incumbents and other interested parties can file for local office in order to run for positions in the November 3 general election. The Rainier...

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Rainier Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Event May 16

May 16 8AM – 12PM Protect wildlife and human health by keeping hazardous waste out of our environment. Bring hazardous waste materials to our hazardous waste collection event...

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View the 2024 Water Quality Report. Current and past water quality reports are available on the City Reports Page.

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Rainier Clean Up Day Saturday April 25

SATURDAY, APRIL 25th, 2026  8:00 AM – 12:00 PM 690 West A Street *FREE For City of Rainier Residents *($2.00 per tire, not on rim) DONATIONS Monetary Contributions Accepted for the...

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The Rainier City Council is currently accepting applications for the Rainier Planning Commission (volunteer position).  The Planning Commission advises the Mayor and City Council on...

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