Cannon Beach, OR

City Council Approves LED Streetlight Conversion, Reviews Code of Conduct, Adjusts Meeting Schedule

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Apr 2, 2025

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Public Comments and Concerns

The City Council meeting began with public comments, which brought up several significant issues. Richard Bernalotti, a member of the city's budget committee, expressed concerns over the management of the building official fund. He highlighted that the fund, which is restricted by state law to be used only for building inspections, had grown excessively and was not being managed soundly. Richard recommended that the city council adjust building permit fees to rebalance the fund and suggested a refund of the fees collected in the current fiscal year, except for a small percentage. He also proposed that any windfall from reduced fees should be directed to the affordable housing fund.

Randy Neal raised two issues: the 2019-2020 water rate methodology change and its unfair impact on multi-unit housing developments, and the Elk Creek corrective action plan, which he argued was insufficient. He supported Richard's suggestion about the building fund and emphasized the need to address the parks SDC fee issue.

Michelle Ballagra brought attention to the International Transgender Day of Visibility and the need for inclusive bathroom signage in public spaces. She urged the council to consider changing the signage to be more inclusive and to reflect a commitment to human dignity and rights.

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

Rockaway Beach, OR

City Council Discusses Source Water Protection, Fire Department Reports Surge in 911 Calls, Police Address Vehicle Thefts

Source Water Protection Program Overview The City Council meeting featured a presentation by Susan De Circa of GSI Water Solutions, who provided an overview of the Source Water Protection Program. The program aims to reduce risks to the city's primary drinking water source, Jetty Creek. Susan highlighted the

Cannon Beach, OR

Parks & Community Services Committee Discusses Ecola Creek Forest Reserve Funding, Delays Tree Code for Housing Efforts, and Tackles Community Grants Challenges

Approval of Meeting Minutes The meeting commenced with Chair Les Sinclair calling it to order and suggesting an amendment to the agenda. The committee decided to postpone the review of the May 9, 2025, minutes to the next meeting, focusing instead on the April 17 and May 1 minutes. A

Public Comments and Concerns

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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

City Council Discusses Source Water Protection, Fire Department Reports Surge in 911 Calls, Police Address Vehicle Thefts

Parks & Community Services Committee Discusses Ecola Creek Forest Reserve Funding, Delays Tree Code for Housing Efforts, and Tackles Community Grants Challenges