The US Census Bureau has a web based mapping and reporting applications that illustrates where workers are employed and live, as well as additional demographic information, called OnTheMap. Using the application and data from 2014, we are able to take a look at where people in Wasco County live and work: This map illustrates that … Continue reading Locations of Employment
Wasco County Payroll and Employment Growth (2016)
Following up on a previous post about employment in Wasco County, staff wanted to share an overview about job and wage growth. The State of Oregon Employment Department published a look at employment and payroll growth in Oregon counties from 2015 to 2016 last month. The available data shows all industries in Wasco County had … Continue reading Wasco County Payroll and Employment Growth (2016)
New Lots in Forest Zones
Several months ago, we published an infographic sharing the results of some analysis from the Planning and GIS departments that depicts possible new lots in farm and forest zones: A few community members requested a similar map be created for possible divisions in the forest zone: If you are familiar with the Wasco County zoning … Continue reading New Lots in Forest Zones
Resource Zones in Wasco County
Staff has created a new explainer video to highlight some key facts related to resource zones in Wasco County (you can find it to your right in the sidebar menu). One of the foundations of the Oregon statewide land use planning program is the goal to protect and conserve farm and forest lands for future … Continue reading Resource Zones in Wasco County
