Mayor Monday: Updates from beautiful Banks, Oregon

Emily Burris

April 15, 2024 at 11:55 AM

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The city of Banks sits nestled in the beautiful Tualatin Valley, north of Forest Grove.

Filled with beautiful farmlands, the Washington County city is also home to the popular Banks-Vernonia Trail.

Stay local, stay green with Earth Day Oregon

AM Extra was joined by Stephanie Jones, Banks’ mayor, to share updates for the city.

Watch the full video in the player above.

For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to KOIN.com.

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