Astoria, OR

City Council Work Session

The Astoria City Council holds a work session on Monday, September 28, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chambers at 1095 Duane Street, with a joint session with the Planning Commission. The two bodies will receive information, ask questions, and give feedback on the City's draft Contextualized Housing Need, Housing Capacity Analysis, and Buildable Lands Inventory. They will also receive information and give direction on priorities for the proposed 2027–28 Community Development Department Work Plan. The council will also hold its routine Agenda Setting discussion. No votes or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Joint City Council and Planning Commission session on the draft Contextualized Housing Need, Housing Capacity Analysis, and Buildable Lands Inventory
• Joint session on priorities and discretionary capacity in the proposed 2027–28 Community Development Department Work Plan
• Routine Council Agenda Setting discussion
• Meeting is a work session; no ordinances, contracts, or fee changes appear on the agenda

City Council Work Session

The Astoria City Council holds a work session with the Planning Commission to receive information and provide feedback on the draft Contextualized Housing Need, Housing Capacity Analysis, and Buildable Lands Inventory. They will also discuss priorities for the proposed 2027–28 Community Development Department Work Plan. The agenda includes routine agenda setting and adjournment.

• Joint work session on draft Contextualized Housing Need and Housing Capacity Analysis
• Discussion of Buildable Lands Inventory
• Review of proposed 2027–28 Community Development Department Work Plan
• Routine agenda setting discussion

Parks Board

Parks Board

The Board will discuss a proposal for an 18-hole disc golf course in City-owned forest near Shively Park and Evergreen Fields. Staff is also preparing to establish two new native planting areas at Hillside Cemetery. The meeting includes updates from the Astoria Community Foundation and the Parks Department.

• Proposed 18-hole disc golf course near Shively Park and Evergreen Fields
• Two new native planting areas at Hillside Cemetery
• Parks Dept. status update for August-September

Planning Commission

The Astoria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use request by Kevin Byers of Anchor Baptist Church to operate a semi-public use in an existing commercial building at 1619 Marine Drive, Suite 101, in the MH (Maritime Heritage) and Gateway Overlay Zones. The commission will also review draft minutes from three prior meetings and receive a director's report.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Request CU26-01 by Anchor Baptist Church at 1619 Marine Drive, Suite 101
• Review of draft minutes from April 28, May 26, and June 23, 2026 meetings
• Director's report by CDD John Roberts

Maritime Memorial Committee

The Astoria Maritime Memorial Committee will meet to approve minutes, review engravings received for the 2027 batch, and discuss old business including a cost estimate for re-securing granite panels on the three oldest walls, a marine railway item, and a senior project for memorial engraving touch-up. The agenda is largely routine, with the panel re-securing cost estimate being the most concrete item.

• Estimate for phased re-attachment of granite panels on three oldest walls from Guinett Masonry
• Engravings received for 2027 batch
• Discussion of marine railway item
• Senior project for memorial engraving touch-up
• Approval of May 11, 2026 meeting minutes

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Board will consider supporting limited, incremental development of an 18-hole disc golf course on undeveloped city-owned forest near Shively Park and Evergreen Fields, a recommendation from the 2026 Parks Master Plan. The board will also hear about new native planting areas at Hillside Cemetery, plus routine updates and volunteer recognition.

• Disc golf course: 18-hole course proposed adjacent to Shively Park and Evergreen Fields; staff seek board support for incremental development
• Hillside Cemetery: two new native planting areas with trees, shrubs, and flowering plants; plan by Parks and Public Sites Coordinator Sarah Flynn
• Volunteer recognition and Astoria Community Foundation updates on agenda
• Public comment: 2 minutes per speaker, must state full name and address

Development Commission

The Commission will consider authorizing the solicitation of competitive bids to replace the metal roof at the Astoria Aquatic Center. Staff noted that the 30-year-old roof has deterioration and water infiltration. The project may use funds from the Astor East Urban Renewal District.

• Authorization to solicit bids for Astoria Aquatic Center roof replacement
• Approval of July 20, 2026, draft meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review a tentative collective bargaining agreement for the Public Works Department and authorize a grant application for workforce housing. The agenda also includes an ODOT update on Highway 30 and a public hearing regarding building code administration.

• Adoption of Teamsters Local 58 contract for Public Works (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2029)
• Grant application for up to $250,000 for Customs House Workforce Housing planning
• Acceptance of $25,000 grant for cameras at the Public Safety Building and Fire Station 2
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 26-08 to amend building code administration
• Update from ODOT regarding Highway 30 Columbia/Bond Street Merger

Development Commission

The Astoria Development Commission will consider authorizing the solicitation of competitive bids to replace the 30-year-old metal roof at the Astoria Aquatic Center. Staff report that the current roof has deterioration and water infiltration. If authorized, the project may be funded through the Astor East Urban Renewal District.

• Authorization to solicit bids for Astoria Aquatic Center roof replacement
• Approval of July 20, 2026, draft meeting minutes

City Council

The Astoria City Council will consider several resolutions, including a grant application for the Customs House Workforce Housing project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on building code administration and the adoption of a new collective bargaining agreement for Public Works employees.

• Application for up to $250,000 grant for Customs House Workforce Housing planning
• Approval of $25,000 grant for cameras at the Public Safety Building and Fire Station 2
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 26-08 to amend building code administration
• Adoption of collective bargaining agreement with Teamsters Local 58 (July 2026–June 2029)
• Update from ODOT regarding Highway 30 Columbia/Bond Street merger

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings regarding two exterior alteration requests for historic structures. One request involves a greenhouse addition at 1064 14th Street, and the other involves a residential addition at 500 Duane Street.

• Public hearing for greenhouse addition at 1064 14th Street (EX26-02)
• Public hearing for 19.5’ x 13.5’ bedroom and bathroom addition at 500 Duane Street (EX26-03)
• Review of May 19, 2026 draft minutes
• Staff update regarding upcoming Certified Local Government Audit

The Historic Landmarks Commission voted 6-0 to deny Exterior Alteration EX26-02, which sought to demolish 24 linear feet of a historic detached garage at 1064 14th Street and build a greenhouse addition on the remaining foundation. Staff had recommended denial, citing the garage's contribution to the Shively-McClure National Register Historic District. In a separate 6-0 vote, the commission approved EX26-03, a 19.5' x 13.5' bedroom addition to a historic home at 500 Duane Street. The meeting also included approval of the May 19, 2026 draft minutes and staff updates on an upcoming Certified Local Government audit.

• Denied Exterior Alteration EX26-02: demolition of 24 linear feet of historic garage and greenhouse addition at 1064 14th Street (6-0)
• Approved Exterior Alteration EX26-03: 19.5' x 13.5' addition at 500 Duane Street (6-0)
• Approved May 19, 2026 draft minutes as presented (6-0)

City Council Work Session

The Astoria City Council will hold a work session to review and refine the Home Stay Lodging (HSL) and Vacation Rental (VR) licensing programs. This discussion was scheduled during a previous work session on June 22. The meeting consists primarily of agenda setting and this specific policy review, with no other substantive items listed.

• Review of Home Stay Lodging (HSL) licensing program
• Refinement of Vacation Rental (VR) licensing policies

City Council Work Session

The Astoria City Council will hold a work session to review and refine the Home Stay Lodging (HSL) and Vacation Rental (VR) licensing programs. This discussion was scheduled during the June 22 Work Session. The meeting consists primarily of agenda setting and this specific program review, with no other substantive decisions listed.

• Review and policy refinement of the Home Stay Lodging (HSL) program
• Review and policy refinement of the Vacation Rental (VR) program

City Council

The Astoria City Council will consider several contracts and purchases, including a stormwater utility formation study, forestry stewardship services, and two new police vehicles. They will also review a resolution to establish an Arts & Culture Advisory Commission and a request from Recology for solid waste rate increases. The agenda includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes and a contract amendment for the Trestle Repair Project.

• Contract with FCS Group for $74,025 to prepare a Stormwater Utility Formation Study
• Resolution to transfer $40,000 within Fund 102 for forest management activities
• Contract with Springboard Forestry for up to $68,560 for FY 2026-2027 forestry stewardship consulting
• Purchase of 40 solar bollard lights for the Astoria Riverwalk (35th to 39th St.) from Crescent Electric at $57,078
• Approval to purchase a 2026 Dodge Durango Pursuit Vehicle and a 2027 Dodge Durango Unmarked Vehicle

City Council

The Astoria City Council is holding a regular meeting with several action items, including approving contracts for a stormwater utility study and forestry services, purchasing solar bollard lights for the Riverwalk, and authorizing new police vehicles. The council will also consider a resolution to establish an Arts & Culture Advisory Commission and review a solid waste rate increase request from Recology. The agenda includes routine consent items such as meeting minutes and a contract amendment for the Trestle Repair Project.

• Contract with FCS Group for $74,025 to prepare a Stormwater Utility Formation Study
• Purchase of 40 solar bollard lights from Crescent Electric for $57,078 for the Riverwalk between 35th St. and 39th St.
• Resolution to transfer $60,000 from Contingency to Capital Improvements for solar bollard lights
• Contract with Springboard Forestry for $68,560 for FY 2026-2027 forestry stewardship consulting
• Approval to purchase a 2026 Dodge Durango Pursuit Vehicle and a 2027 Dodge Durango Unmarked Vehicle

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Astoria Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on four requests: three by Mark Utti/T M Development LLC for exterior alterations, new construction (a storage enclosure and grain silo), and design review at 1152 Marine Drive; and one by Morgan Battisti for exterior changes at 156 Lincoln Street. The commission will also review draft minutes from June 16, 2026, and receive staff updates. Public testimony is invited via in-person or remote participation.

• Exterior Alteration Request EX26-04: changes to north façade at 1152 Marine Drive (remove sliding door, add window/door, change garage doors, add awning, lighting, repaint)
• New Construction Request NC26-01: detached outdoor storage enclosure and grain silo within City River Trail right-of-way at 1152 Marine Drive
• Design Review Request DR26-01: exterior changes to north elevation, storage enclosure, and grain silo at 1152 Marine Drive
• Exterior Alteration Request EX26-05: reconfigure entry steps, reconstruct front porch, install new windows at 156 Lincoln Street
• Staff updates: OAPA Annual Planning Conference (Sept 15-17, 2026) and next HLC meeting (Sept 15, 2026)

City Council

The Astoria City Council is holding a regular meeting that includes a presentation (swearing in of police officers), reports, and a consent calendar. The main action item is a request to approve a change order for the Irving Avenue at 27th Street emergency road repair project, which increased the contract cost by $10,717.87 due to expanded scope and prevailing wage requirements.

• Change order for Irving Ave. at 27th St. emergency road repair: $10,717.87
• Swearing in of police officers
• Consent calendar (routine items adopted by one motion)

The Astoria City Council approved a $10,717.87 construction change order with Big River Construction for emergency road repairs on Irving Avenue at 27th Street. The Council also heard a presentation swearing in two new police officers and discussed a future agenda item regarding transportation system development charges.

• Approved a construction change order with Big River Construction for $10,717.87 (5-0)

City Council Work Session

The Astoria City Council is reviewing proposals for the Customs House Workforce Housing Development and may authorize exclusive negotiations with Edlen & Co. and Proud Ground. They will also discuss priorities for the remainder of the year in an agenda-setting session.

• Review of Customs House Workforce Housing RFP proposals
• Possible authorization for City Manager to negotiate exclusively with Edlen & Co. and Proud Ground
• Direction to prepare a Development Agreement with milestones, affordability, and land terms
• Alternative: invite both teams for developer interviews
• Agenda Setting discussion for year-end priorities

City Council

The City Council will conduct an appeal hearing on a Historic Landmarks Commission decision denying an exterior alteration request at 1064 14th Street. They will also consider authorizing a $550,599 state grant for stormwater infrastructure to support the Copeland Commons affordable housing project, and discuss a citizen initiative petition to impose a vacant residential unit excise tax to fund a community housing fund. Other items include contracts for a bridge replacement, brownfield cleanup, and a floating dock replacement.

• Appeal hearing on Historic Landmarks Commission denial of exterior alteration at 1064 14th Street
• Authorization of $550,599 Oregon Business Development grant for Copeland Commons stormwater infrastructure
• Consideration of citizen initiative petition for a vacant residential unit excise tax and community housing fund
• Authorization of $80,974.83 contract with Waterways Consulting for Cedar Creek Spur 1 Bridge design
• Budget amendment transferring $140,000 for 17th Street Floating Dock replacement and contract amendment for $383,500

City Council

The Astoria City Council will meet August 3, 2026, to decide on accepting a utility easement for a storm drain, authorize a $550,599 state grant for Copeland Commons stormwater infrastructure, and award contracts for a Cedar Creek Spur 1 bridge replacement and 17th Street Floating Dock replacement. The Council will also consider a citizen petition to create a vacant residential unit excise tax and hear an appeal of a historic landmark alteration denial.

• Accept utility easement at 305 Industry Street for $7,500 (shared cost)
• Authorize $550,599 Housing Infrastructure Financing Program grant for Copeland Commons stormwater project
• Award $80,974.83 engineering contract for Cedar Creek Spur 1 bridge replacement
• Amend budget to move $140,000 to 17th Street Dock Fund for floating dock replacement
• Authorize $383,500 contract amendment for 17th Street Floating Dock replacement

Planning Commission

The Astoria Planning Commission will hold a work session to introduce and overview the 2026 Housing Capacity Analysis (HCA). No formal decisions are listed on this procedural agenda.

City Council Work Session

The City Council will meet for a work session to set its upcoming agenda. Members will also review and discuss the city's priorities for the state legislature.

• Discussion of State Legislative Priorities
• Routine agenda setting

Supplemental Packet

The Astoria City Council will conduct an appeal hearing for Exterior Alteration Request EX26-02 at 1064 14th Street. The appeal challenges a Historic Landmarks Commission decision to deny the alteration request. Staff recommends upholding the denial, and the council may provide further direction after deliberation.

• Appeal hearing for Exterior Alteration Request EX26-02 at 1064 14th Street
• Historic Landmarks Commission denial of alteration request under review
• Staff recommendation to uphold denial of EX26-02

City Council Work Session

The Astoria City Council will hold a work session to discuss and review the city's state legislative priorities. The council will also engage in routine agenda setting for future meetings. No votes or public hearings are scheduled.

• Agenda Setting discussion
• Review of State Legislative Priorities

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Board will review the Aquatic Center's fiscal year-end budget and attendance data comparing 2026 to prior years. The board will also hear updates on recreation programs and revenue, a centennial celebration for the Astoria Column, and a new interpretive panel highlighting York's role in the Corps of Discovery, to be unveiled on July 1.

• Aquatic Center fiscal year-end budget and calendar year attendance comparison
• Recreation programs and activities update, including upcoming events and revenue
• Astoria Centennial Celebration planning for the Column's 100th birthday
• York Interpretive Panel unveiling at the Astoria Column on July 1 at 5pm

The Parks Advisory Board voted unanimously to cancel its August 26, 2026 meeting due to the early school year start and scheduling conflicts. The board also unanimously approved the May 27, 2026 draft minutes. No other formal decisions were made; the remainder of the meeting consisted of staff updates and board discussion.

• Approved May 27, 2026 draft minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled August 26, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Astoria Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for the Anchor Baptist Church. The body will also review draft minutes from three previous meetings.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Request (CU26-01) by Kevin Byers, Anchor Baptist Church, for a semi-public use at 1619 Marine Drive, Suite 101

City Council

The Astoria City Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance to allow transportation network companies like Uber and Lyft to operate in the city. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $689,317 paving project, a $78,500 asset management software purchase, and emergency sewer and water line repairs. A $25,000 homeland security grant will be approved for security camera upgrades. Consent agenda items include lease of Heritage Square for Regatta events and approval of meeting minutes.

• Second reading and adoption of ordinance to allow transportation network companies (Uber/Lyft) within city limits
• Award of $689,317 paving contract to Big River Construction for asphalt overlay on city streets
• Purchase of ELEMENTS XS asset management software from NOVOTX for $78,500
• Emergency sanitary sewer repair at 6th Street and Marine Drive for $62,910 to Big River Construction
• Acceptance of $25,000 Oregon Emergency Management grant for security cameras at public safety building and Fire Station 2

The Astoria City Council adopted an amended ordinance allowing transportation network companies (e.g., Uber, Lyft) to operate within city limits, with annual license fees to be set by Council resolution. The Council also approved a $689,317 paving contract with Big River Construction, adopted the 2026 Emergency Operations Plan, and authorized several emergency utility repairs. All votes were unanimous (3-0 or 5-0).

• Adopted amended ordinance allowing TNCs (Uber/Lyft) to operate in Astoria (3-0)
• Approved $689,317 paving contract with Big River Construction (3-0)
• Authorized 15% ($103,397.55) contingency for paving project (3-0)
• Adopted 2026 Emergency Operations Plan (3-0)
• Authorized $78,500 purchase of ELEMENTS XS asset management software (3-0)
• Approved $62,910 emergency sewer repair contract (3-0)
• Authorized 15% ($9,436.50) contingency for sewer repair (3-0)
• Approved $134,880 emergency waterline repair contract (3-0)

Development Commission

The Astoria Development Commission will consider an Astoria Partnership Program application from the Friends of Suomi Hall. The request is to support Phase 1 of the Lifting and Leveling, Stabilization of Suomi Hall project.

• Application by Friends of Suomi Hall for the Lifting and Leveling, Stabilization of Suomi Hall, Phase 1 Project

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee is meeting on July 28, 2026, primarily to review draft minutes from its April 28 meeting. No old or new business is scheduled. The next meeting is set for October 27, 2026.

• Review of draft minutes from the April 28, 2026 TSAC meeting