Cannon Beach, OR

City Council Approves Holland Property Acquisition, Declares National Night Out, and Allocates Community Grants

The Civic AI

Jul 2, 2024

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Public Comments on the Holland Family Trust Property

The City Council meeting began with public comments, which were largely centered around the Holland Family Trust property. Jan Siebert expressed her gratitude towards the City for its efforts to acquire the land from the Holland Family Trust. She highlighted the community's excitement and the long-standing dream of many residents to see this project come to fruition.

Another resident, Susan, voiced her strong support for preserving the Holland property, emphasizing its importance in honoring John Yeon, a close family friend. Sharon Clyde also expressed her favor for the project but took the opportunity to inquire about a separate issue regarding a potential ballot measure by Cannon Beach citizens. She requested an update from the City Council during the "Good of the Order" section.

Roy Seaver, a part-time resident, added his support for the acquisition, emphasizing the property's value to the community and its visitors. He shared his experiences guiding visitors through the area and expressed hope that the land would be preserved for future generations.

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 Comments on the Holland Family Trust Property

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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