Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes The meeting commenced with the approval of the minutes from the September 9th, 2024 meeting. Commissioner John Collier clarified his attendance at the last meeting, which was inaccurately recorded. The minutes were approved unanimously after confirming the correction.
Special Proclamation for National Friends of Libraries Week The City Council meeting began with a special proclamation for the 2024 National Friends of Libraries Week. The librarian introduced board members from the Friends of the Seaside Library, highlighting their significant contributions since their incorporation in 1982. The Friends have been
Consent Agenda and Financial Report Discussion The City Council meeting commenced with the approval of the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the previous meeting and financial reports. A brief discussion arose regarding changes in the check register report format, attributed to Marnie's handling. The Council unanimously
Conflicts of Interest and Ex Parte Contacts The City Council meeting began with a detailed discussion on conflicts of interest and ex parte contacts, particularly in relation to quasi-judicial land use hearings. Armand, a legal expert, provided guidance on how council members should handle potential conflicts. He emphasized the importance
Public Comment Concerns During the public comment period, several residents voiced their concerns about various issues in Cannon Beach. One resident expressed frustration with the City Council's decision-making process, particularly the lack of consideration for committee recommendations and the recent construction of gender-specific restrooms. The resident felt this
Review of AP 2401 and V24-06 The Cannon Beach Planning Commission meeting commenced with a discussion on the findings of fact for AP 2401, an appeal regarding a setback reduction at an undeveloped parcel near South Hemlock and Center Street. The commission members meticulously reviewed the document, suggesting several corrections
Proclamation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month The City Council meeting began with the adoption of Proclamation 2413, declaring October 2024 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Cannon Beach. Chief of Police presented the proclamation, highlighting the critical role of The Harbor, formerly the Clatsop County Women's Resource Center,
Restoration House Conditional Use Modification The Seaside Planning Commission meeting began with the primary agenda item: a request from Restoration House to modify their existing conditional use permit. Restoration House, represented by their attorney Christian Zupancic, sought approval to increase their occupancy from 14 to 21 residents. The increase was
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes The City of Cannon Beach Tourism & Arts Commission (TAC) meeting commenced with the approval of the minutes from previous meetings held on May 31 and June 13. There was a minor correction noted for the May 31 minutes, specifically under Action 1, where it
Short-Term Rental Regulations Relocation The City of Cannon Beach Planning Commission convened to discuss the proposed relocation of short-term rental regulations from the zoning ordinance to the business section of the municipal code. This move aims to streamline the regulatory process without altering the existing rules governing short-term rentals.
Street Vacation Request by Restoration House The City Council meeting began with a detailed discussion on a street vacation request from Restoration House, located off 3rd Avenue and Holiday. Restoration House currently uses the section of 3rd Avenue in question for parking and is seeking to vacate the street to
AED Installation at City Park The committee kicked off the meeting by addressing the installation of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at Cannon Beach City Park, a topic raised in the previous month's public comment. Chair Stacy Benefield noted that Mian had sent a letter in support of
Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan Updates The meeting opened with a presentation by Rachel Cotton and Jamin Kimmel from Cascadia Partners, focusing on updates to the zoning code and comprehensive plan in response to Senate Bill 406. Cotton explained that Senate Bill 406 mandates that medium and large cities in
Findings of Fact for Shoreland Stabilization Application The primary agenda item was the findings of fact for application 2405, concerning the replacement of shoreland stabilization filed on behalf of Stephanie Inn. At a prior meeting, the City Council had denied the appeal and affirmed the Planning Commission's decision
Utility Relief Requests The meeting began with the review and approval of the previous meeting minutes. Following this, the committee moved on to the topic of utility relief requests.