Umatilla BOC Disapproves of Fair's 'Buyers' Lounge'
The Umatilla County Fair Board's decision to serve alcohol in a designated area near the youth livestock auction has sparked public criticism.
Published on July 17, 2025, by Berit Thorson, East Oregonian, the controversy surrounds the "buyers' lounge" next to the barn where the auction occurs.
- The Umatilla County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously against the lounge.
- Commissioner Cindy Timmons described it as a "buyers' lounge".
- Drinks must be consumed in approved areas, and the lounge will be open from noon to 4 p.m.
The lounge will be the second year of providing alcohol during the auction.
Commissioners voted 2-1 to recommend the fair board reevaluate its decision, with Dan Dorran in the minority against Timmons and John Shafer.
Author's summary: Umatilla BOC opposes fair's alcohol-serving lounge.
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