Cannon Beach, OR

City Council Debates Cannon Beach School Project Costs, Considers Short-Term Rental Cap, and Addresses Archaeological Concerns

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Feb 19, 2025

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Public Comments and Concerns

The City Council meeting began with public comments, where several community members expressed their thoughts on the Cannon Beach Elementary School project and other community issues. A representative from the Nehalem Tribe expressed gratitude for being involved in the project and emphasized the importance of the gymnasium for community use, highlighting its potential to house 280 people. Another resident expressed skepticism about the project's cost, suggesting that it might be higher than anticipated and hoped for a solution that would garner public support. A third speaker pointed out that misinformation regarding property tax increases may have influenced the community's vote against the project.

Another community member voiced sadness over the project's rejection, emphasizing the historical significance of the existing buildings and advocating for their preservation. They also stressed the need for transparency in funding discussions. An online participant compared the Cannon Beach Elementary project to short-term rental issues, criticizing the lack of data and analysis provided for both topics. They suggested that short-term rentals might not significantly impact housing availability but recommended exploring proximity and density regulations.

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