Yoncalla, OR
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Recent meetings
Wed Jul 15, 2026
July 14th Summery
Council reviews new land-use fee schedule; most fees decrease
The Yoncalla City Council discussed a revised land-use application fee schedule with three complexity tiers, where 8 of 13 fees decreased. The council also received updates on infrastructure projects, including a $57,000 culvert replacement at First Street and Williams Road, and the Fire Department's order of a new 4-wheel-drive fire engine. The meeting included staff evaluations and reports on utility billing, planning, and municipal court proceedings.
- Revised land-use fee schedule: 8 fees decreased, 4 increased, 1 unchanged; new parent fee set at $345
- Culvert replacement at First Street and Williams Road: estimated $57,000 for 60 feet of pipe and sidewalk repairs
- Fire Department ordered a new 4-wheel-drive fire engine for Station 1; free CPR/First Aid classes on July 25
- Municipal court operational: 12 code violations cited; follow-up hearing scheduled for July 29
- Utility billing transitioning from Cassell Express Bill Pay to new cell-based platform by end of 2026/early 2027
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City Administrator's Zoom Meeting
Key Takeaways
• A revised fee schedule for land use applications was presented, reflecting three
complexity levels (Type 1, 2, and 3), with the majority of fees decreasing.
• City Administrator conducted a six-month staff evaluation and invited department staff
to present their accomplishments.
• Significant infrastructure work is underway, including leak detection, paving, smoke
testing of sewer lines, and an upcoming culvert replacement at First Street and Williams
Road.
• The billing system is transitioning away from Cassell Express Bill Pay to a new cell-based
platform by end of 2026/early 2027.
• The Fire Department reported active deployments, ordered a new 4-wheel-drive fire
engine, and is hosting free CPR/First Aid classes on July 25.
• Municipal court proceedings have commenced, with 12 code violations cited and a
follow-up hearing scheduled for July 29.
• A subdivision proposal on Mach 3 is anticipated in the coming days, along with potential
industrial expansion planning.
• A new grant related to a festival collection in Nashville, Canada is being initiated, with a
kickoff meeting scheduled for the following week.
Discussed Topics
1. Meeting Opening and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order with roll call conducted for council members.
• Details
• Councillor Grimes: Present
• Councillor Grabinski: Present
• Councillor McDonald: Present
• Councillor Gilpin: Present
• Conclusion
• Quorum was establis …
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
City June 9th 2026
✓ Decided: Council passes workforce housing ordinance, adopts budget
The council passed Ordinance 449, enabling grant and loan funding for workforce housing, and approved five budget-related resolutions, including the 2026–27 budget and a $100,000 transfer from contingency to engineering for DEQ reimbursement. Water supply is significantly improved, road repaving begins next week, and the fire department announced free CPR classes and a wildland staffing grant.
- Passed Workforce Housing Initiative Ordinance 449 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-4 (state revenue sharing) (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-5 (certifying city services) (unanimous)
- Adopted 2026–27 budget via Resolution 2026-6 (unanimous)
- Approved appropriations via Resolution 2026-7 (unanimous)
- Amended budget via Resolution 2026-8, moving $100,000 from contingency to engineering (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda (accounts payable and minutes) (unanimous)
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Key Takeaways
• Workforce Housing Initiative Ordinance 449 was read by title only and passed,
enabling grant and loan funding to reduce housing costs for working residents.
• Three budget-related resolutions (2026-4, 2026-5, 2026-6) were approved as state-
required mandates, along with appropriations resolutions 2026-7 and 2026-8.
• Resolution 2026-8 amends the newly adopted budget to move $100,000 from
contingency to engineering to accommodate DEQ grant reimbursement
requirements.
• The city's water supply is in significantly better condition than the same time last
year, with the raw water pond 7 inches above overflow.
• The fire department is offering free CPR classes in partnership with United Way,
beginning July 25th, and is launching a wildland staffing grant program for
community risk reduction.
• Smoke testing of the wastewater system is scheduled for June 22nd–23rd.
• Road repaving work on Sears and Alder streets begins next Monday, with
approximately two weeks of traffic disruption expected.
• A new fire engine purchase decision is expected imminently, with delivery
anticipated around January–February.
Discussed Topics
1. Consent Agenda – Accounts Payable and Meeting Minutes
The council confirmed they had reviewed the meeting minutes and accounts payable prior
to the meeting.
• Details
o Council Member: Motion made and seconded to approve the consent
agenda.
• Conclusion
o Consent agenda approved unanimously.
2. Workforce Housing Initia …
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Fri May 1, 2026
May , 2026
Council to vote on two ordinances and a paving contract
The Yoncalla City Council will hold public hearings and vote on Ordinance #448 (second reading) and Ordinance #449 (first reading) for a workforce housing initiative. They will also consider awarding a contract for paving. Consent agenda includes accounts payable and approval of April 14 meeting minutes.
- Second reading and vote on Ordinance #448
- First reading and vote on Ordinance #449 (Workforce Housing Initiative)
- Public hearing and vote on contract award for paving
- Approval of accounts payable and April 14 meeting minutes
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YONCALLA CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Location: 2640 Eagle Valley Rd.
Time: 6:00 P . M.
Date: May 12, 2026
AGENDA ITEMS:
1. Open meeting and flag salute
2. Call to order/Rogue take roll call
3. Announcements/Proclamations
4. Public Comment on items within this agenda
5. Consent Agenda
a. Accounts payable
b. April 14, 2026, meeting minutes
6. Items moved from Consent Agenda for discussion
7. Council Business- Public Hearings, Resolutions, and Ordinances
A. Open Public Hearing, Adopting Ordinance # 448
1) Second Reading Ordinance #448
2) Receive staff report
3) Public comment
4) Close public hearing
5) Motion and second for Ordinance #448 second reading
5) Council discussion
6) Vote on Ordinance #448
B. Workforce Housing Initiative, Ordinance #449
1) First Reading Ordinance #449
2) Receive staff report
3) Public comment
4) Close public hearing
5) Motion and second for Ordinance #449 (Title Only)
5) Council discussion
6) Vote on Ordinance #449
C. Open Public Hearing, Contract Award for Paving
1) Receive staff report
2) Public Comment
3) Close public hearing
4) Motion and second to award contract
5) Council discussion
6) Vote
8. City staff reports
9. Public Comments
10. Council comments
11. Mayor Comments
12. Adjournment
Tue Apr 14, 2026
City Council 4 14 2026 Minites
Council establishes municipal court, adopts goals, expands code enforcement
The Yoncalla City Council met via Zoom on April 14, 2026, and took several formal actions. They adopted new council goals, established a municipal court, appointed a judge, and authorized the city administrator to enforce code violations. The council also discussed foreclosure on properties with excessive lien fines, received updates on water leak repairs and a federal funding request, and heard about the upcoming county fair.
- Adopted Resolution 2026-1: new council goals
- Approved Ordinance 448: establishing Yoncalla Municipal Court
- Adopted Resolution 2026-2: appointing Chris Peterman as Municipal Court Judge
- Adopted Resolution 2026-3: authorizing code enforcement by City Administrator
- Discussed foreclosure authorization for properties where lien fines exceed value
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City Council Meeting – April 14, 2026
Detailed Summary (Formatted to Match March 10 Structure) City of Yoncalla – Zoom
Meeting
Meeting Overview
The Yoncalla City Council met via Zoom on April 14, 2026. Present were Mayor Pauline
Kingery, Councilor Mike Grimes, Councilor Amy Grabinski, Councilor Tom McDonald,
and Councilor Harold Gilpin. Staff in attendance included City Administrator Jerry Gillham
Finance Director Terry Long, Public Works Director Curtis Jones, Office Manager Sandra
Harbaugh, Fire Chief Brian Burke, IT/City Recorder Rogue Skrip, and City Planner Keith
Cubic. The meeting focused on adoption of new council goals, establishment of the municipal
court, code enforcement actions, property maintenance concerns, and updates on water system
repairs, planning initiatives, and upcoming community events.
Quick Recap
The council adopted three major resolutions:
• Resolution 2026-1: Adoption of new council goals
• Resolution 2026-2: Appointment of Chris Peterman as Municipal Court Judge
• Resolution 2026-3: Authorization for the City Administrator to enforce municipal code
violations
The meeting included extensive discussion regarding property maintenance, fines, and
compliance timelines. Updates were provided on workforce housing development, water leak
detection and repair, hydrant testing, and a federal funding request for an evacuation center. The
meeting concluded with a presentation from Theresa Mansell regarding the upcoming North
Douglas Count …
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Wed Apr 1, 2026
April, 2026 Council ,
Council adopts municipal court, code enforcement, and council goals
The Yoncalla City Council voted to establish a municipal court, adopt council goals for wastewater and housing, and approve a code enforcement process. The council also discussed foreclosure on properties where lien fines exceed property value, pending court approval.
- Adopted Resolution 2026-1 establishing council goals for wastewater, water, code enforcement, housing, and community engagement
- Approved Ordinance #448 creating the Yoncalla Municipal Court and Resolution 2026-2 appointing Chris Peterman as judge
- Adopted Resolution 2026-3 authorizing code enforcement actions against ten properties with nuisance and derelict building violations
- Discussed foreclosure authority for properties where lien fines exceed value, requiring municipal court judge approval
- Public works reported fixing over one million gallons per month in water system losses
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YONCALLA CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Location: 2640 Eagle Valley Rd.
Time: 6:00 P . M.
Date: April 14, 2026
AGENDA ITEMS:
1. Open meeting and flag salute
2. Call to order/Rogue take roll call
3. Announcements/Proclamations
4. Public Comment on items within this agenda
5. Consent Agenda
a. Accounts payable
b. March 10, 2026, meeting minutes
6. Items moved from Consent Agenda for discussion
7. Council Business- Public Hearings, Resolutions, and Ordinances
A. Council Goals
1) Motion to approve Resolution 2026-1
2) Receive staff report
3) Discussion
4) Vote
B. Open Public Hearing- Adopt Ordinance #448 Establishing Yoncalla
Municipal Court
1) First Reading Ordinance #448
2) Receive staff report
3) Public comment
4) Close public hearing
5) Motion and second for Ordinance #448 (Title Only)
5) Council discussion
6) Vote on Ordinance #448
7) Motion and second for Resolution # 2026-2
8) Staff report
9) Council Discussion and Vote, Resolution # 2026-2
C. Open Public Hearing- Resolution 2026-3 adopting the decision of the
City Administrator.
1) Receive staff report
2) Public comment
3) Close public hearing
4) Motion and second for Resolution 2026-2
5) Council discussion
6) Vote Resolution 2026-2
D. Action on foreclosure of properties where liens exceed value of property
1) Receive staff report
2) Motion and second, to approve City Administrator action to
foreclose on certain properties where lien fines exceed val …
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
City Council , March 10, 2026
✓ Decided: Council goals set for wastewater, water, code enforcement, housing
The Yoncalla City Council reviewed newly developed council goals covering wastewater modernization, water quality, code enforcement, infrastructure, housing, and community engagement, with formal adoption scheduled for the next meeting. The consent agenda, including accounts payable, February minutes, and budget calendar, was passed unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; reports were presented on public works, fire services, finance, and planning.
- Consent agenda passed unanimously (accounts payable deferred, Feb 10 minutes, budget calendar)
- Council goals presented, formal adoption deferred to next meeting
- Public hearing on derelict building code scheduled for next meeting
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City Council Minutes
Yoncalla City Council
March 10, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Present: Councilors Mike, Gilpin, Grabinski, McDonald. Mayor Pauline. Administrator Gilman.
Staff: Finance Director Long, PWD Jones, Office Manager Harbaugh, Fire Chief Burke,
IT/Recorder Rogue, City Attorney Darnell (remote).
Mayor Pauline opened the meeting with the pledge of allegiance at 6:00 p.m.
. City Administrator Monthly Report – Council Goals
Administrator Gilman presented newly developed council goals based on individual meetings
with each council member. Goals included wastewater modernization, water quality and quantity
improvements, code enforcement and cleanup initiatives, infrastructure and housing
development, and community engagement. Goals will return for formal adoption at the next
meeting.
· Consent Agenda
a. Accounts Payable (Deferred)
b. Council Minutes of February 10, 2026
c. Budget Calendar
Consent Agenda passed unanimously.
· City Staff Reports
· Public Works Report
PWD Jones reported significant SCADA system malfunctions affecting pump controls and clear
well levels. Issues were resolved after replacement of failed electronic components. A full leak
detection audit is required due to system leakage estimated at approximately 30%. Water quality
sampling remains compliant, and odor issues were explained as seasonal GEOV bacteria.
· Fire Services Report
Chief Burke provided updates on staffing, training, and grant activity. Items included volunteer
recrui …
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
YONCALLA CITY COUNCIL ,
Council to set goals for water, streets, housing, and economic growth
The council will discuss and possibly adopt proposed council goals covering water quality and quantity, beautification and code enforcement, grant funding for streets and infrastructure, wastewater improvements, business attraction, housing construction, and city operations. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with accounts payable, prior meeting minutes, and a budget calendar, plus a city administrator report.
- Proposed council goals include water improvements, beautification, grant funding, wastewater modernization, business attraction, housing construction, and city operations
- Consent agenda: accounts payable, February 10, 2026 meeting minutes, budget calendar
- City Administrator monthly report on council goals
- Previous meeting approved alternate street pavement improvements for Cedar St. from 1st to 5th St.
- Previous meeting approved Resolution 2026-01 supplemental budget for FY 2025-2026
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YONCALLA CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Location: 2640 Eagle Valley Rd.
Time: 6:00 P . M.
Date: March 10, 2026
AGENDA ITEMS:
1. Open meeting and flag salute
2. Roll call
3. Introductions
4. Consent agenda
a. Accounts payable
b. February 10, 2026, meeting minutes
c. Budget calendar
5. City Administrator Monthly Report
a. Council Goals
6. City staff reports
7. Public Comments
8. Council comments
9. Mayor Comments
10. Adjournment
City Council Minutes
Yoncalla City Council
February 10, 2026, 6:00 p.m.
Present: Councilors Grimes, Gilpin, Grabinski, McDonald. Mayor Kingery.
Administrator Gillham.
Mayor Kingery opened the meeting with the pledge of allegiance at 6:00 p.m.
• Introduction of New City Administrator
Jerry Gillham provided introductory comments noting that new changes are coming
for the better of the community. He and new Public Works Director asked for a vote
to approve alternate street improvements as recommended by the City Engineer.
The purpose is to be able to repave longer lengths of streets compared to the
original proposal for Cedar St., going through 1st to 5th St.
Street Pavement Alternative Was Approved Unanimously
• Consent Agenda
a. Accounts Payable
b. Council Minutes of January 13, 2026
Consent Agenda passed unanimously.
• Fire Services Report
Chief Burke provided a two-month update
• Leak Detection Report
PWD Jones indicated that the leak detection effort continues and would bring back
a more detailed report when c …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $70,550 | SHAW EXCAVATION LLC Department of Agriculture · SHAW EXCAVATION LLC ORUPF240303 E444 |
| $38,387 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORUPF250345 E2 |
| $30,210 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORUPF240303 E438 |
| $28,699 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORUPF000003 E44 |
| $25,498 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORUPF000345 E12 |
| $25,486 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORUPF240303 E311 |
| $25,440 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORWIF230266 E162 |
| $24,900 | SHAW EXCAVATION LLC Department of Agriculture · SHAW EXCAVATION LLC ORUPF240258 E444 |
| $22,178 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORUPF240402 E167 |
| $14,310 | WESTERN FIRES, INC. Department of Agriculture · WESTERN FIRES, INC. ORUPF000345 E205 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.