City government meetings, summarized by AI. For schedules, agendas and packets, visit City of Cannon Beach, OR .
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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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
Public Comments on Open Burning The meeting began with public comments focused on the issue of open burning in Cannon Beach neighborhoods. A resident expressed concerns about a vacation rental on Elliot Avenue where frequent backyard fires cause smoke to drift into neighboring yards. The resident suggested that the city
Discussion on the May Election and Community Division The meeting opened with a discussion led by Deb, focusing on the upcoming May election and the broader issues of community division in Cannon Beach. Deb expressed a desire for a face-to-face forum to discuss the election, citing the need for moderated
Public Comments and Concerns The City Council meeting began with public comments, which brought up several significant issues. Richard Bernalotti, a member of the city's budget committee, expressed concerns over the management of the building official fund. He highlighted that the fund, which is restricted by state law
Introduction of New Legal Counsel The Cannon Beach Planning Commission meeting began with an introduction of Melissa Ryan, a new member of the Bateman and Seidel law firm, who will be providing legal counsel. Melissa Ryan has a wealth of experience, having served on the Land Use Board of Appeals
Lease to Locals Program Presentation The City Council meeting began with a presentation by Alyssa Griller, the Clatsop County Housing Manager, and Kai Frolic, the co-founder and Chief Impact Officer of Placemate. The focus was on the "Lease to Locals" program, a concept aimed at addressing affordable housing
Election of Officers and Introduction of New Member The Cannon Beach Design Review Board meeting commenced with the election of officers. Anita Dueber was nominated and confirmed as Chair, with Valerie McNaughton introduced as the newly appointed member. The board expressed gratitude to outgoing Chair Dave Dorey for his service.