Cannon Beach, OR

City Council Debates School Project Funding, Considers Farmers Market Relocation, Tackles Community Divisiveness

The Civic AI

Jan 13, 2025

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Cannon Beach Elementary School Project

During the City Council meeting, a significant amount of time was dedicated to discussing the Cannon Beach Elementary School restoration project. Public comments were dominated by concerns and suggestions regarding the future of the school. One resident emphasized the importance of the school as a community hub, suggesting it could host arts and ecology classes and serve as an indoor exercise space during inclement weather. Another speaker expressed a desire for the project to reflect the community's needs and suggested that a scaled-back version of the project might be more palatable to residents.

Council members debated the financial aspects of the project, with Jim Collier providing a detailed breakdown of inflows and outflows related to the project. The council discussed the use of Transient Lodging Tax (TLT) funds and the implications of repaying bonds with these funds. There was also a conversation about potential cost-cutting measures, such as demolishing existing buildings and constructing new facilities at a lower cost per square foot.

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

Cannon Beach Elementary School Project

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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