The Klamath County Board of Commissioners held a monthly coordination meeting on June 7, 2025, focusing on pressing public safety concerns and budgetary challenges. The meeting highlighted a recent spike in violent incidents, including two homicides and a juvenile death related to a traffic incident, raising alarms about community safety.

County officials discussed the impact of anticipated cuts to community corrections funding from the state, which will likely lead to a reduction in probation officers and victim services. This funding shortfall is expected to affect jail operations as well. Officials expressed frustration over these cuts, especially in light of recent public safety issues, and emphasized the need for solutions to address community concerns.

In response to the challenges, a proposal was introduced to form a citizen-driven working group. This group, consisting of approximately 20 local residents divided into subcommittees, will examine the structure and funding of public safety services. The initiative aims to gather community input and develop recommendations for improving public safety delivery. Recruitment for this group is expected to begin soon.

Additionally, the county is collaborating with the state medical examiner's office to establish a new program that could enhance efficiency and reduce costs for residents following the loss of the county medical examiner.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for state legislators to engage in discussions about ongoing issues and potential collaborative efforts to improve public safety in Klamath County.