Bill HartBudget Officer
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Harney County
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Harney County.
- Buyer type:
- County
- Location:
- Burns, OR
- Country:
- US
Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Harney County.
Key metrics and characteristics
Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
193955
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
7,380
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
How often this buyer champions startups and early adoption.
Latest Budget Year
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Operating Budget
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Includes fiscal year calendars, procurement complexity scores, and strategic insights.
Board meetings and strategic plans from Harney County
The special session focused on a proposed Good Neighbor Authority agreement with the Soil and Water Conservation District and the Bureau of Land Management to facilitate funding for fire recovery, restoration, and weed control. The discussion covered budget allocation, procurement processes, administrative responsibilities, the flexibility of the agreement for future disaster-related funding, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations regarding grant management.
The County Court discussed the requirements for the annual gross salary report and confirmed the method for public access to the data. The court officially adopted a revised public procurement policy, Resolution 2026-23, which updates procurement rules and delegates limited authority. Additionally, the Watershed Council provided an annual update regarding the integrated water resources plan and the formation of the Harney Water Collaborative. Discussions also covered OWEB small grant projects, specifically focusing on solar pump installations and pipeline projects aimed at improving irrigation efficiency and range land health. The update further addressed coordination efforts for restoration planning following the Falls, Telephone, and Porcupine fires.
The court meeting covered several operational and infrastructure topics. Discussions included potential installation of flashing caution crosswalks at various town locations to improve pedestrian safety, updates on the SEAK transportation committee participation, and preparations for the upcoming county fair, including final building inspections. A significant portion of the meeting focused on resolving uncertainty regarding the water source for a newly constructed animal wash rack, with concerns raised about whether it was improperly connected to a potable water source instead of an irrigation line, and a broader need for accurate mapping of the county fairgrounds' utility and electrical infrastructure.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Harney County meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
Early signals from meeting minutes and plans
Vendor mentions and competitor tracking
Decision timeline from discussion to RFP
Public-sector contacts connected to Harney County.
Quotable insights from buyer leadership
