Update on Roberts Appeal The meeting began with an update on the Roberts appeal, a case involving a house application that has been through multiple levels of appeal. Initially, the City of Cannon Beach staff made a decision in 2022, which was appealed to the Land Use Board of Appeals
Community Grant Preliminary Award Recommendations The Cannon Beach Parks & Community Services Committee convened to discuss the community grant preliminary award recommendations. The committee had previously requested a grant amount of $140,000, but the budget committee proposed an increase to $175,000. This increase was met with approval, and
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes The meeting commenced with a discussion on the approval of minutes from previous meetings held on March 15 and April 15, 2025. Jenee Pearce-Mushen, the Chair, raised concerns about the lack of detailed records in the minutes. She emphasized the importance of recording who is
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.
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
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
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
Conditional Use Expansion at 544 North Pacific Street The City of Rockaway Beach Planning Commission convened to discuss a conditional use application for the expansion of a nonconforming use at 544 North Pacific Street. The property, zoned as C1 Commercial, currently hosts a single-family home. The applicant, David Meyer, seeks
Expansion of Non-Conforming Use at 544 North Pacific Street The meeting of the City of Rockaway Beach Planning Commission opened with a public hearing regarding a conditional use application for 544 North Pacific Street. The applicant, David Meyer, sought approval to expand the non-conforming residential use of his property located
Moment of Silence for Community Members The City Council meeting began with a moment of silence for two community members, Ed Johnson and Marilyn Rupert, who had recently passed away. Mayor Barb Knop requested the audience to join in the tribute, acknowledging their contributions to the community.
Source Water Protection Plan The City Council workshop opened with a detailed presentation on the Source Water Protection Plan for the Jetty Creek watershed, Rockaway Beach's primary drinking water source. The plan aims to reduce risks to the watershed, with the Department of Environmental Quality having identified potential
Comprehensive Plan and Housing Focus The City of Manzanita City Council meeting was convened to focus primarily on the comprehensive plan, with a particular emphasis on housing. Mayor Kathryn Stock opened the session by acknowledging the ongoing efforts to align the city's housing ordinances with Oregon state law
Source Water Protection Plan Presentation The City Council meeting featured a detailed presentation by Susan DeCirca from GSI Water Solutions on the Source Water Protection Plan for the Jetty Creek watershed. The plan, developed over a year with community input, focuses on protecting the city's water supply from
Opening Remarks and Attendance The meeting commenced with Chair Karen Reddick-Yurka calling the session to order. Lee Hiltenbrand was noted as absent due to travel, while Frank Squillo was also not present at the start. The quorum requirement was confirmed to be four members.
Budget Amendments and Adjustments The City of Gearhart Budget Committee meeting began with Sue Lorain, the Budget Committee Chair, requesting consensus to accept an amended agenda. Small changes were made, including the addition of a budget committee discussion section and minor adjustments to the draft received at the previous meeting.
Cannon Beach Community Grant Program Interviews The City of Cannon Beach Parks & Community Services Committee convened to conduct interviews for the 2025 Community Grant Program. The meeting commenced with a public comment session and proceeded to interviews with various non-profit organizations seeking funding.
Discussion on Volunteer Groups and Committees The City Council meeting began with an in-depth discussion regarding the roles and responsibilities of various volunteer groups, committees, boards, and commissions within the city. The council considered definitions for each type of group, such as standing committees, ad hoc committees, and steering committees.
Public Comments and Gender Representation in Leadership The City Council meeting began with a public comment from a resident who highlighted the historic moment for Manzanita, noting that all leadership positions in the city's government are currently held by women. This includes the city manager, mayor, council president,
Opening of the Meeting and Attendance The Budget Committee meeting for the City of Manzanita was called to order promptly at 6:00 PM. Chairperson Joy Nord led the proceedings, and attendance was confirmed by the city manager. Present at the meeting were committee members Kit Keating, Chip Greening, Shawn
Opening Formalities and Roll Call The Seaside Planning Commission meeting commenced with Chair Robin Montero calling the session to order. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, a roll call was conducted by Mr. Sprague. Commissioners present included Don Johnson, Brandon Kraft, Christopher Rose, and Roger Mitchell. Notably absent were Gretchen Stahmer
Public Comment and Budget Concerns The meeting commenced with a public comment from a community member who expressed concerns about the budget allocation for the Parks and Community Services Committee. The individual highlighted the significant ask of $576,000, noting that it was larger than previous requests. They emphasized the
Introduction of the Proposed Budget The City of Manzanita's Budget Committee convened to discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2025-26. Budget Officer Leila Aman presented the budget, emphasizing the hard work and collaboration involved in its preparation. The presentation aimed to provide a comprehensive understanding of
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes The City of Rockaway Beach Budget Committee convened with all members present, including Donald Allgeier, Robbie McClaran, Michael Weissenfluh, Dave May, Carolyn Walters, and Susan Hennessy Schaefbauer. The minutes from the previous meeting were unanimously approved without amendments.
Cannon Beach Planning Commission Meeting: Detailed Summary
Approval of the Agenda and Minutes The City of Cannon Beach Design Review Board meeting began with a discussion on the approval of the agenda. There was some confusion regarding the voting process, particularly whether saying "here" implies a vote of approval. Tim Ramey raised the issue, suggesting
Approval of Previous Meeting Minutes The meeting commenced with the approval of minutes from the previous meetings held on February 10th and March 10th. The members present did not propose any changes, and the minutes were approved unanimously. Chair Libby Gast facilitated the proceedings, ensuring that the formalities were completed
State of the Parks AJ provided an update on the current state of the parks, filling in for Kirk, who was on a three-week vacation. AJ reported that a Redmond tree was planted at the RV park, and 93 yards of playground chips were added to the main park at
Review and Amendments to Meeting Minutes The meeting began with a discussion regarding the minutes from the previous session. There was a significant focus on the section concerning the wastewater beach contamination issue and a related lawsuit. A member expressed concerns about the wording, particularly the phrase "public works
Comprehensive Code Amendments and Housing Types The City of Manzanita Planning Commission meeting was centered around a detailed discussion of comprehensive code amendments, with a specific focus on housing types and zoning regulations. The primary aim was to refine the city's approach to housing, considering factors like floor
Introduction and Attendance The City of Rockaway Beach Budget Committee meeting commenced with the attendance being recorded. Present were Budget Committee members including Donald Algeier, Penny Cheek, Kylie Conrath, Tom Martine, Dave May, Robbie McLaren, Mary McGinnis, Susan Hennessey Shelfbower, Carolyn Walters, Michael Weisenflug, and Mayor Charles McNeely. City Manager
Recology Rate Review The City Council meeting began with a presentation from Dan Blue of Recology, the company that handles waste management services for Manzanita and neighboring communities. Dan Blue provided an overview of Recology's operations, emphasizing their focus on materials management rather than landfill profits. He explained