Seaside, OR

City Council Sets Legislative Priorities, Approves Homeless Camp Relocation, Outlines Vacancy Process

The Civic AI

Sep 5, 2024

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Discussion on League of Oregon Cities (LOC) Legislative Priorities

During the City Council meeting, Councilor Tita Montero provided a detailed explanation of the League of Oregon Cities (LOC) and its role in representing the interests of Oregon's 241 cities. The LOC serves as a professional and lobbying organization for cities, advocating for legislative priorities that benefit municipalities across the state. Councilor Montero highlighted the process by which LOC committees determine legislative priorities, which are then voted on by member cities.

The Council discussed and agreed upon the top five legislative priorities they wish to submit to LOC. These include infrastructure funding for water and wastewater systems, shelter and homeless response, full funding and alignment for housing production, behavioral health enhancements, and lodging tax flexibility. Additionally, the Council agreed to include a sixth priority, the shift from a gas tax to a road user fee, if possible.

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