Grant County has an 8% Transient Lodging Tax which was passed by the voters of the county on May 15, 1990. The Tax was established by the passage an Ordinance. Ordinance NO. 2012-04 (Attached below) amended the original ordinance to reflect changes in Oregon law. This is the ordinance governing the practices and policies concerning... read more
March 12, 2020 To: Grant County Organizations From: Tammy Bremner Manager Grant County Chamber of Commerce Dear Community Organization Partner As you have probably heard, Cycle Oregon is coming to town September 12-19, 2020 for their Painted Hills Classic Bicycle Ride. This is exciting news! The event will begin and end in John Day. There... read more
Even in light of the new restrictions for COVID 19, most Grant County retail establishments are still open for business. Many offer online purchasing or can take orders and payments over the phone. Curbside service is also available in many places! Support our local businesses! If you can’t go in and shop, buy a gift... read more
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument News Release Release Date: March 20, 2020 Contact: joda_interpretation@nps.gov (541) 987-2333 John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is Modifying Operations to Implement Latest Health Guidance Kimberly, Oregon – John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers... read more
Here are some links that may be helpful: Small Business Administration: www.sba.gov Ron Wyden – Corona Virus Resources – https://www.wyden.senate.gov/coronavirus-resources Jeff Merkley – Small Business Support – https://www.merkley.senate.gov/download/small-business-resources-and-faq
The Chamber administers the Transient Room Tax Grant Program. Funding may be available for Special Events and Programs that promote tourism and economic development om Grant County. If you have any questions, please call Tammy at the Chamber office – 541-575-0547. For Guidelines click here: TRTGRANTAPPLICATIONGUIDELINES 09 For the Grant Application click here: GRANT APPLICATION... read more