Cannon Beach, OR

City Council Addresses Inclusivity Concerns, Approves City Hall Project, Explores EV Charging Stations

The Civic AI

Oct 9, 2024

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Public Comment Concerns

During the public comment period, several residents voiced their concerns about various issues in Cannon Beach. One resident expressed frustration with the City Council's decision-making process, particularly the lack of consideration for committee recommendations and the recent construction of gender-specific restrooms. The resident felt this was a missed opportunity for inclusivity and progressiveness, emphasizing the importance of gender-neutral facilities. Another resident raised concerns about the enforcement of ordinances related to outdoor merchandising, such as sandwich boards and sound systems, which seem to be ignored. This resident questioned whether these ordinances would be enforced or phased out. Another attendee echoed these concerns, particularly about the outdoor eating venue near the Bahama Surf Shop, which seems to operate without proper permits and negatively impacts the community's aesthetics.

Cannon Beach, OR

Parks & Community Services Committee Tackles Grant Funding, Technical Glitches, and Debate Over Watershed Support

Community Grant Preliminary Award Recommendations The Cannon Beach Parks & Community Services Committee convened to discuss the community grant preliminary award recommendations. The committee had previously requested a grant amount of $140,000, but the budget committee proposed an increase to $175,000. This increase was met with approval, and

Cannon Beach, OR

Public Works Committee Advances Water Resiliency, Approves Bridge Design, Explores Tolovana Ramp Funding

Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes The meeting commenced with a discussion on the approval of minutes from previous meetings held on March 15 and April 15, 2025. Jenee Pearce-Mushen, the Chair, raised concerns about the lack of detailed records in the minutes. She emphasized the importance of recording who is

Cannon Beach, OR

Tourism & Arts Commission Tackles Public Art Policy, Fund Request Process, and Meeting Rescheduling

Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes The Tourism & Arts Commission meeting commenced with the approval of the minutes from the previous meeting held on April 21st. All members present, including Chair Libby Gast and Vice Chair Greg Swedenborg, agreed to approve the minutes without any modifications.

Rockaway Beach, OR

Planning Commission Approves Non-Conforming Use Expansion, Recommends Flood Hazard Amendments, Welcomes New Commissioner

Expansion of Non-Conforming Use at 544 North Pacific Street The Planning Commission of Rockaway Beach convened to deliberate on a conditional use application for the expansion of a non-conforming use at 544 North Pacific Street. The applicant, David Meyer, sought approval to add an addition to his existing single-family home

Public Comment Concerns

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Parks & Community Services Committee Tackles Grant Funding, Technical Glitches, and Debate Over Watershed Support

Public Works Committee Advances Water Resiliency, Approves Bridge Design, Explores Tolovana Ramp Funding

Tourism & Arts Commission Tackles Public Art Policy, Fund Request Process, and Meeting Rescheduling

Planning Commission Approves Non-Conforming Use Expansion, Recommends Flood Hazard Amendments, Welcomes New Commissioner