WATCHDOG Citizen Journalist Project

Shining a Light on Local Government

Local boards and commissions make important decisions about schools, water, housing, policing, zoning, parks, transportation, and more. Many of these meetings go uncovered - even though they affect ALL of us.

The Citizen Journalist Project provides clear, neutral, accessible summaries of these meetings so our community can stay informed, engaged, and empowered.

Transparency and accountability begin with paying attention.

Tim Copeland Tim Copeland

College Place City Council

Arrests were up 72% in 2024 over 2023, Cases were up 45%, Incidents up 22% , tickets more than doubled, and traffic stops were up 49%.

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