Astoria public meetings in 2022

Parks Board

The Parks Advisory Board will review and approve the minutes from its September 28 meeting. The board will discuss supporting an Oregon Parks and Recreation Department Recreational Trails Program grant to fund improvements to the Richard Fencsak Cathedral Tree Trail, a project estimated at $135,000 with a required 20% match and up to $150,000 available from the program. Additional items include updates on the city camping ordinance, staff reports on upcoming community fun runs, and scheduling of future meetings.

• Approve 9/28 Parks Advisory Board meeting minutes
• Consider support for RTP grant to improve the Richard Fencsak Cathedral Tree Trail (estimated cost $135,000, up to $150,000 RTP funds, 20% match required)
• Update on City of Astoria camping ordinance
• Staff reports on upcoming fun runs (Monster Bash, Turkey Trot, Winter Bazaar, New Year's Day)
• Set future meeting dates: Dec 14, Jan 25, and reception Dec 19

The Parks Advisory Board unanimously voted to recommend the City Council approve a grant application for improvements to the Richard Fencsak Cathedral Tree Trail. The meeting also included the approval of September minutes and updates on park activities.

• Approved September 2022 minutes with corrections (Michele Tompkins and Eric Halverson abstained)
• Unanimously recommended City Council approve Oregon Parks and Recreation Department Recreational Trail Program Grant for Cathedral Tree Trail improvements
• Recognized Joel Bake as October employee of the month

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Board will discuss a community survey to guide future parks services and amenities, delayed due to staffing but planned for fall 2022 through winter 2022-23. The board will also hear staff reports, APRCF updates, and recognize employees. Public comment and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Community survey update: delayed release, planned for fall 2022 through winter 2022-23
• APRCF updates from the Astoria Parks and Recreation Foundation
• Employee recognition
• Approval of August 24, 2022 meeting minutes
• Public comment (2 minutes per speaker)

The Parks Board approved a schedule change to hold their November and December meetings on December 14, 2022. The August 2022 minutes were unanimously approved as corrected.

• Approved August 2022 minutes as corrected
• Scheduled combined November/December meeting for Dec 14, 2022

Homelessness Task Force (HOST)

The Astoria Homelessness Task Force is receiving updates on the Harbor Shelter Program, ARPA Fund allocations and county properties, and reports from various service providers. The meeting includes discussions on community forum outcomes, countywide liaison work, and provider updates from Helping Hands, LifeBoat Services, and Community Behavioral Health. No binding votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational items and member roundtable.

• Harbor Shelter Program update – Terri Steenbergen
• ARPA Funds Update & County Properties – Monica Steele
• Countywide Liaison Workgroup Update – Jerome Steegmans
• CBH Updates – Amy Baker
• LifeBoat Services Update – Osarch Orak

The Homelessness Task Force (HOST) meeting featured updates from the Mayor, Harbor Shelter program, ARPA funds, county properties, and various service providers. No formal votes or binding decisions were taken; the group discussed obstacles to year-round shelter, supervised camping, and next steps for action items.

• Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard presentation on Harbor Shelter programs and statistics
• Heard update on Clatsop County ARPA fund allocation and property feasibility study
• Heard update on countywide homeless liaison workgroup and warming shelter operations
• Heard update on Helping Hands partnership with warming center
• Heard update on Opportunity Village transitional housing model
• Heard update on LifeBoat services and encampment facilitation
• Discussed challenges for year-round shelter, camping sites, and city permit process

Homelessness Task Force (HOST)

The Homelessness Task Force will discuss updates on the Harbor Shelter program, ARPA-funded housing projects, and a proposed camping ordinance. Other topics include countywide liaison updates, Helping Hands, LifeBoat Services, and police comments on homelessness.

• Harbor Shelter Program Updates
• ARPA Funds Update / Housing Project Conversations
• Camping Ordinance Update
• Clatsop Opportunity Village – Ron Maxted
• APD Comments on Homelessness – Sr. Officer Hansen

The meeting provided updates on affordable housing projects, ARPA funding, shelter programs, and the draft camping ordinance. Mayor Jones recommended that the task force form subgroups to study specific issues, such as recreational vehicles, and consider more frequent meetings. No votes, approvals, or formal decisions were recorded.

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Board meets to discuss department activities, including LaPlante Park improvements, childcare programs, youth sports, summer events, fall planning, and a parks maintenance position. The board will also hear public comment, approve April minutes, and receive updates from APRCF.

• Approval of April 27 draft minutes
• Public comment (2 minutes per speaker)
• Discussion on LaPlante Park improvements
• Updates on youth sports and summer events
• Parks maintenance position update

The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2022 meeting. No other substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken during the session.

• Approved April 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Advisory Board will discuss a draft community survey to help prioritize services and budget decisions. The board will also consider replacing a member who is stepping down from the Astoria Parks Recreation and Community Foundation board. Staff reports and volunteer recognition are also on the agenda.

• Review of draft community survey to identify services and amenities for the next few years
• Discussion of a replacement for Jim Holen as Parks Advisory Board liaison to APRCF
• Employee and volunteer recognition
• Approval of June 22, 2022 draft meeting minutes
• APRCF updates and staff report for July–August 2022

The board approved the June 2022 minutes. Members reviewed a draft community survey intended to inform the implementation of the Parks Master Plan and discussed the need for a new liaison to the Astoria Parks and Recreation & Community Foundation.

• Approved June 2022 minutes

Budget Committee for City of Astoria and Astoria Development Commission

The Budget Committee for the City of Astoria and the Astoria Development Commission will meet to consider the proposed budgets for fiscal year 2022-23. The agenda includes the City of Astoria budget process and the Astor East and Astor West Urban Renewal District budget processes. No specific financial figures or policy changes are listed in the agenda.

• FY 22-23 City of Astoria Budget Process
• FY 22-23 Astor East Urban Renewal District Budget Process
• FY 22-23 Astor West Urban Renewal District Budget Process

The Budget Committee tentatively approved the Promote Astoria Fund budget by a 7-2 vote after debate over the allocation to the Lower Columbia Tourism Committee. It also finally approved the Astor East and Astor West Urban Renewal District budgets, including a $250,000 contingency for Astor West. Other tentative approvals included the City Council, City Manager, and Municipal Court budgets. Officers were elected unanimously.

• Elected Loren Mathews as Budget Committee Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Chris Breitmeyer as Budget Committee Secretary (unanimous)
• Tentatively approved Promote Astoria Fund budget (7-2)
• Tentatively approved City Council budget (unanimous)
• Tentatively approved City Manager administrative budget (unanimous)
• Tentatively approved Municipal Court budget (unanimous)
• Approved Astor East Urban Renewal District budget (unanimous)
• Approved Astor West Urban Renewal District budget with $250k contingency (unanimous)

Parks Board

The board receives an update on the approved lease of the Astoria Recreation Center to Bumble Preschool and Art Studio for childcare after Sprouts Learning Center closes June 30. Staff are developing a relocation plan, stabilizing Aquatic Center operations, and beginning public outreach to set future parks priorities. No new votes are expected; the meeting is mainly informational.

• Update on Council-leased Astoria Recreation Center to Bumble Preschool for childcare use
• Staff planning relocation and program changes after Sprouts Learning Center departure
• Community survey and outreach planned to gather input on parks priorities
• Parks Department staff report covering January–April 2022 activities

The Astoria Parks and Recreation Advisory Board unanimously approved the February 2022 meeting minutes. Board members heard updates on staff efforts to implement City Council priorities, the Nordia Park dedication ceremony, and ongoing partnerships. No formal actions were taken on policy or funding items.

• Approved February 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will hold a procedural meeting including the election of officers for 2022 and review of draft minutes from July and October 2021. No substantive traffic safety decisions or proposals are on the agenda.

• Election of 2022 officers (President, Vice President, Secretary) per Astoria Development Code Sections 1.110 and 1.115
• Review of draft minutes from July 27, 2021 TSAC meeting
• Review of draft minutes from October 26, 2021 TSAC meeting
• Public comment period
• Staff report noting next TSAC meeting on April 26, 2022

This meeting was procedural only and recorded no substantive policy decisions or public comments. The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee unanimously re-elected its 2022 officers and approved the minutes from July and October 2021. Staff confirmed the next meeting will be held on April 26, 2022.

• Re-elected Daryl Moore as president (unanimous)
• Re-elected Sean Fitzpatrick as vice president (unanimous)
• Re-elected Tiffany Taylor as secretary (unanimous)
• Approved July 27, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved October 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 26, 2022

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Advisory Board will discuss parks priorities and next steps based on a recent City Council work session, focusing on programs for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The board will also approve minutes from January 26, recognize employees and volunteers, and receive updates from the Astoria Parks and Recreation Community Foundation (APRCF). No final decisions are expected at this advisory meeting.

• Approval of draft minutes from the January 26, 2022 meeting
• Discussion of parks priorities and next steps following the February 16 City Council work session
• Employee and volunteer recognition for recent service
• Updates from the Astoria Parks and Recreation Community Foundation (APRCF)
• Staff reports covering January–February 2022 activities

The Parks Advisory Board discussed the City Council's decision to terminate the Lil' Sprouts childcare program. The Board expressed support for the program and discussed potential future partnerships with the school district. No new board actions were taken.

• Approved January 2022 minutes as presented
• City Council decided to terminate the childcare program
• Director Dart-McLean recognized Matt Moritz as employee of the month
• Foundation reported Run on the River registration numbers are near pre-pandemic levels
• Foundation reported 16 agencies distributing $1.00 passes
• Foundation asked if marketing video could be published on Parks website
• Foundation reported Buoy Beer hosting spring lager fest before Run on the River
• Director Dart-McLean confirmed Charlie will work at tourist sites if capacity allows

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on three exterior alteration requests for historic properties: replacing the Fort Astoria sign at 1480 Exchange, replacing steps and constructing a viewing platform at the Astoria Column, and removing a fire escape and replacing windows at 1005 Exchange Street. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and staff updates.

• Exterior Alteration Request EX19-06: Replace Fort Astoria sign at 1480 Exchange in C-4 zone (Downtown Historic District)
• Exterior Alteration Request EX19-07: Replace steps to burial canoe and construct viewing platform with safety rail at 2195 Coxcomb Drive (Astoria Column, Institutional zone)
• Exterior Alteration Request EX19-08: Remove exterior fire escape and replace wood windows with vinyl at 1005 Exchange Street in C-4 zone (Downtown Historic District)

The Historic Landmarks Commission approved the minutes from the October 15, 2019 meeting by a vote of five in favor, none against, and one abstention. No other actions were formally decided; the proposal to replace the Fort Astoria sign was discussed but no vote was recorded.

• Approved October 15, 2019 minutes (5-0-1)

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee. The agenda includes a review of draft minutes from January 28, 2020, project updates, new business, and public comments. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed. The next meeting is scheduled for January 26, 2021.

• Review of draft minutes from the January 28, 2020 TSAC meeting
• Save the date: next meeting January 26, 2021 @ 6:30pm

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee approved the January 28, 2020 meeting minutes unanimously. The committee also noted an error in the agenda regarding the date of the next meeting.

• Approved January 28, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Noted agenda error for next meeting date

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee is largely procedural: reviewing draft minutes, receiving project updates, and hearing public comments. No specific decisions or new business items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of draft minutes from July 28, 2020 TSAC meeting
• Save the Date for next meeting on January 26, 2021

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee discussed public concerns about pedestrian safety at the crosswalk at 23rd and Marine Drive. Staff noted the intersection is an Oregon Department of Transportation facility and that accident data is required for funding. The committee decided to continue monitoring the situation.

• Approved minutes of July 28, 2020 (unanimous)
• Discussed crosswalk safety at 23rd and Marine Drive
• City to provide information on problem crosswalks at next meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for January 26, 2021

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

This is a routine meeting of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee. The agenda includes review of draft minutes from October 22, 2019, project updates, new business, officer reports, and public comments. No specific decisions or notable items are listed.

• Review of draft minutes from October 22, 2019 TSAC meeting
• Save the date: next meeting April 28, 2020

The committee approved the minutes from October 22, 2019, and elected its officers for the 2020 term. City Manager Estes provided an update on the Waterfront Bridges Project.

• Approved October 22, 2019 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Daryl Moore as President for 2020 (unanimous)
• Elected Sean Fitzpatrick as Vice President for 2020 (unanimous)
• Elected Tiffany Taylor as Secretary for 2020 (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on a Certificate of Appropriateness request (NC21-05) to construct a single-family dwelling at 425 40th Street. The proposed two-story modern-style home is adjacent to properties designated as historic in the Adair-Uppertown Historic Inventory Area. The commission will decide whether the design is compatible with surrounding historic structures.

• New Construction Request (NC21-05) for a single-family dwelling at 425 40th Street, adjacent to eligible/contributing historic properties at 408, 429, and 513 40th Street

The Historic Landmarks Commission approved a request to construct a single-family dwelling adjacent to the Adair-Uppertown Historic Inventory Area. The commission adopted the findings and conclusions of the Staff report.

• Approved New Construction Request NC21-05 for 425 40th Street (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on four items: two new construction requests for a duplex and a home on 38th Street (applicants intend to request continuances to December 15), an exterior alteration to replace wood windows with Fibrex windows at 1606 Grand Avenue (continued from October), and an exterior alteration to replace basement doors with steel fire-rated doors at 904 Commercial Street. The meeting also includes staff updates and public comment.

• New Construction Request (NC20-06) for a duplex at 755 38th Street – applicant intends to request continuance
• New Construction Request (NC20-07) for a home at 765 38th Street – applicant intends to request continuance
• Exterior Alteration Request (EX20-04) to replace 19 wood windows with Fibrex windows at 1606 Grand Avenue (Secondary in Shively-McClure District) – continued from October 20 meeting
• Exterior Alteration Request (EX20-05) to replace two wood basement doors with steel fire-rated doors at 904 Commercial Street (Secondary in Downtown District)

The Historic Landmarks Commission approved the corrected October 20, 2020 minutes (5-0-1) and unanimously continued two new construction requests for duplexes at 755 and 765 38th Street to December 15, 2020. A public hearing on an exterior alteration request to replace 19 wood windows at 1606 Grand Avenue was held, but the minutes provided do not record a final vote or decision on that item.

• Approved October 20, 2020 minutes as corrected (5-0-1, one abstention)
• Continued new construction request NC20-06 (755 38th St) to December 15, 2020 (unanimous)
• Continued new construction request NC20-07 (765 38th St) to December 15, 2020 (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a continuation of an exterior alteration request for the Armory at 1636 Exchange Street, and a new construction request for an Astoria Regatta 125th anniversary monument on the finger pier at 1 17th Street. The commission will also review draft minutes from the January 14, 2020 meeting.

• Continuation of Exterior Alteration Request (EX19-11) by Mike Davies for Friends of Astoria Armory to replace two wooden double entrance doors with aluminum 'Art Deco' glass storefront doors at 1636 Exchange Street in MH Zone.
• New Construction Request (NC20-01) by Kevin Leahy for Astoria Regatta Association to construct 125th anniversary monument on the finger pier at 1 17th Street in A-2A Zone, adjacent to US Lightship Columbia.
• Review of draft minutes from January 14, 2020 HLC meeting.

The Historic Landmarks Commission approved an exterior alteration to replace two wooden doors with aluminum framed glass doors at 1636 Exchange Street (4-3). The commission also unanimously approved corrected minutes from January 14, 2020. A new construction request for an Astoria Regatta monument was discussed but no decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved exterior alteration EX19-11 to replace doors with aluminum Art Moderne style doors at 1636 Exchange Street (4-3)
• Approved January 14, 2020 minutes as corrected (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on an amendment to an existing permit for exterior alterations at the Astor School old gym at 3550 Franklin Avenue. The amendment proposes replacing a previously approved metal screen wall with an extended parapet clad in siding to match the existing gym. The commission will also review draft minutes from the March 17, 2020 meeting.

• Public hearing on amendment AEP20-01 to replace metal screen wall with extended parapet on Astor School old gym at 3550 Franklin Avenue
• Review of draft minutes from March 17, 2020 HLC meeting

The commission adopted the staff report’s findings and approved Amendment AEP20-01 for the exterior alteration of the John Jacob Astor Elementary School’s historic old gym at 3550 Franklin Avenue. The approved design replaces the previously approved metal screen wall with an extended parapet wall clad in matching siding. The motion to approve the amendment was moved, seconded, and passed unanimously.

• Approved Amendment AEP20-01 (Exterior Alteration Request EX19-09) for Astor School gym (unanimous)
• Adopted staff report findings and conclusions for the amendment (unanimous)
• Approved corrected minutes of March 17, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on four items: a demolition request for the Fort Astoria interpretive sign at 1480 Exchange Street and a request to install a reconstructed marker; also two exterior alteration requests for window replacement at 1140 Franklin and porch restoration at 3595 Franklin. The commission will also discuss staff updates and possibly cancel the June 16 meeting.

• Demolition request (DM20-01) to remove the Fort Astoria sign at 1480 Exchange Street in the Downtown National Register Historic District
• New construction request (NC20-02) to replace the sign with a reconstructed 1948 marker at the same location
• Exterior alteration (EX20-01) to replace wood windows at 1140 Franklin, a Primary structure in the Shively-McClure National Historic Register
• Exterior alteration (EX20-02) to restore a side porch at 3595 Franklin in the Adair-Uppertown Historic Inventory Area
• Discussion of canceling the June 16, 2020 meeting due to no new applications

The Historic Landmarks Commission unanimously found the existing Fort Astoria sign (from the 1990s) not historically significant, then approved a replacement sign replicating the original 1948 marker. The approval includes a condition requiring a full archeological review before any digging. The April 21, 2020 minutes were approved 5-0-1 with one abstention. No decision was reached on item 4(c) (window replacement at 1140 Franklin) as the meeting minutes end before a vote.

• Approved April 21, 2020 minutes (5-0-1, Osterberg abstained)
• Found current Fort Astoria sign (DM20-01) not historically significant (unanimous)
• Approved new construction of replacement sign (NC20-02) with condition of archeological review (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will discuss and select recipients for the 2020 Dr. Harvey Awards. The commission will also review draft minutes from the May 19, 2020 meeting and receive staff updates. The meeting is held remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Discussion and determination of 2020 Dr. Harvey Awards recipients

The Historic Landmarks Commission approved the May 19, 2020 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioners reached consensus to give one Dr. Harvey Award in each of the Residential, Commercial, and Institutional categories. The selected nominees are 672 15th Street (Residential), 904-936 Commercial, M & N Building (Commercial), and 1103 Grand, First Presbyte rian Church (Institutional). The awards will be presented at the July 13, 2020 City Council meeting.

• Approved May 19, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Residential award nominee: 672 15th Street (consensus)
• Selected Commercial award nominee: 904-936 Commercial, M & N Building (consensus)
• Selected Institutional award nominee: 1103 Grand, First Presbyte rian Church (consensus)
• Agreed to present awards at July 13, 2020 City Council meeting

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to construct a new credit union branch, administrative offices, and call center at 595 Marine Drive, adjacent to a historic landmark. The meeting will also review draft minutes from the previous meeting and receive staff updates.

• Public hearing on new construction adjacent to a historic landmark (NC20-03) by Wauna Credit Union at 595 Marine Drive in the C-3 zone

The Astoria Historic Landmarks Commission reviewed the application for a new Wauna Credit Union building at 595 Marine Drive. Commissioners discussed the proposed materials and design, noting the lack of material samples and cut sheets. They suggested the applicant provide a written list of materials and considered a continuance to the August meeting for further review. No formal approval, denial, or vote was recorded.

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on a new construction request (NC20-05) to install a covered wooden deck at 283 W. Marine Drive in the C-3 Zone and Uniontown Overlay Zone. The site is within the Uniontown Alameda National Register District. The commission will also review draft minutes from the July 21, 2020 meeting.

• Public hearing on new construction request (NC20-05) by Steve Dopp for Workers Tavern to locate a covered wooden deck at 283 W. Marine Drive

The Historic Landmarks Commission held a public hearing regarding a request to install a covered wooden deck and shed at 283 W. Marine Drive. The Commission deliberated on roof pitch, roofing materials, and the use of pressure-treated lumber. The provided minutes end before a final vote or decision was recorded.

• Approved minutes of the July 21, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on several continued and new applications, including an exterior alteration request for window replacements at 1606 Grand Avenue, two new construction requests for a duplex and a home on vacant lots at 755/765 38th Street, and a new 5,030-square-foot accessory building for Bethany Lutheran Church at 420 34th Street. Two items have requested continuances to later meetings.

• Exterior Alteration Request (EX20-04) to replace 19 wood windows with Fibrex at 1606 Grand Avenue (Shively-McClure National Register District)
• New Construction Request (NC20-06) for a duplex on a vacant lot at 755/765 38th Street
• New Construction Request (NC20-07) for a home on a vacant lot at 765/755 38th Street
• New Construction Request (NC20-08) by RDA Project Management LLC for a 5,030-sq-ft multi-use building at 420 34th Street, adjacent to historic structures
• Exterior Alteration Request (EX20-07) to replace decks and stairways at 1312/1316 Kensington Avenue (continuance requested to Feb 9, 2021)

The Historic Landmarks Commission approved a request to replace 19 wood windows with Fibrex windows at 1606 Grand Avenue. A request for deck and stairway alterations at 1312 and 1316 Kensington Avenue was continued to a future meeting. The commission held a hearing regarding a new duplex construction at 765 38th Street, though the provided text ends before a final decision was recorded.

• Approved replacement of 19 wood windows with Fibrex windows at 1606 Grand Avenue (6-0-1)
• Continued hearing for deck and stairway alterations at 1312 and 1316 Kensington Avenue to February 9, 2021 (Unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 17, 2020 as corrected (6-0-1)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on an exterior alteration request by Thomas and Priscilla Levy to replace 19 wood windows with 19 new Fibrex windows at 1606 Grand Avenue in the Shively-McClure National Register District. The meeting also includes review of draft minutes from September 15, 2020, and staff updates.

• Public hearing for exterior alteration request EX20-04: replace 19 wood windows with Fibrex at 1606 Grand Avenue
• Review of draft minutes from September 15, 2020 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. (new start time)

The Historic Landmarks Commission denied a request to replace 19 wood windows with Fibrex windows at 1606 Grand Avenue. The decision was based on the staff report's recommendation and the commissioners' review of the application.

• Approved minutes of September 15, 2020 meeting as amended
• Denied EX20-04 request to replace 19 wood windows with Fibrex at 1606 Grand Avenue

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on a miscellaneous review request (MR20-03) to install a graphic art display of historic signs on the north side of the building at 904-936 Commercial Street and 254-266 9th Street in the Downtown National Register District. The commission will also elect officers for 2021 and review minutes from the previous meeting. A continued public hearing on new construction at Bethany Lutheran Church has been postponed to February 9, 2021.

• Election of 2021 officers (President, Vice President, Secretary)
• Review of draft minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting
• Public hearing on New Construction Request NC20-08 for a 5,030 sq ft accessory building at 420 34th Street (continued to Feb 9, 2021)
• Public hearing on Miscellaneous Review Request MR20-03 for historic sign graphics at 904-936 Commercial and 254-266 9th Street

The Commission approved a request to install a graphic art display of historic signs in the Downtown National Register District. The board also re-elected its 2021 officers and continued a new construction request for a church accessory building.

• Re-elected Mac Burns (President), Michelle Dieffenbach (Vice President), and Tiffany Taylor (Secretary) unanimously
• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes unanimously
• Continued New Construction Request NC20-08 for Bethany Lutheran Church to February 9, 2021 unanimously
• Approved Miscellaneous Review Request MR20-03 for historic sign art display at 904-936 Commercial and 254-266 9th Street unanimously

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to commission and install professionally painted murals on commercial buildings at 375-385-395 11th Street. They will also review draft minutes from June 15 and receive staff updates on permits for Bethany Lutheran Church and 1229 Franklin.

• Public hearing on Miscellaneous Review Request MR21-01 for murals at 375-385-395 11th Street in the C-4 Zone and Downtown National Register District
• Review of June 15, 2021 draft minutes
• Staff update on permit NC20-08 for Bethany Lutheran Church
• Staff update on permit EX21-02 at 1229 Franklin
• Virtual Summer Short Course with National Alliance of Preservation Commissions on August 24-25

The Historic Landmarks Commission unanimously approved a miscellaneous review request by Candy Yiu to commission and install professionally painted murals on exterior walls of commercial buildings at 375-385-395 11th Street in the Downtown National Register District. The meeting also unanimously approved the minutes of June 15, 2021 with corrections. Staff reported that the City Council upheld the HLC's denial of an exterior alteration at 1229 Franklin, and that the Bethany Lutheran Church permit was tentatively denied with further legal action anticipated.

• Approved minutes of June 15, 2021 as corrected (unanimous)
• Approved MR21-01 mural request at 375-385-395 11th Street (unanimous)

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold a public hearing on an exterior alteration request (EX21-11) to replace masonry columns and stone supports with wood and stone veneer at 2626 Grand Avenue. The property is classified as Secondary in the Hobson-Flavel Inventory Area. The commission will also receive updates on the Special Assessment Property Tax Program for Historic Properties and a virtual commissioner training event.

• Public hearing on exterior alteration at 2626 Grand Avenue (EX21-11)
• Update on Special Assessment Property Tax Program for Historic Properties
• OAPA/DLCD virtual commissioner training on Sept. 29, 2021

The Commission held a public hearing regarding a request to replace masonry porch columns with wood and stone veneer. The meeting record ends during the deliberation and modification of approval conditions; no final vote is recorded.

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Board is reviewing and providing feedback on proposed final draft designs for new wayfinding signs along the Riverwalk, funded by a $428,408 state grant and a $288,937 city match. The board will make a recommendation to the City Council on approving the designs for fabrication and installation.

• Review of final draft Riverwalk wayfinding sign designs developed by SeaReach LTD
• Project funded by $428,408 Oregon Parks and Recreation grant plus $288,937 city match ($717,345 total)
• Signs include trailhead maps, trolley-stop maps, and mile markers
• Public survey and stakeholder input incorporated into designs
• Approval of September 22 and December 8, 2021 meeting minutes

The Parks Advisory Board unanimously approved minutes from previous meetings and discussed proposed Riverwalk wayfinding signs. Staff reported on the Foundation's scholarship passes and upcoming events. The Board agreed to reschedule the March meeting to March 30.

• Unanimously approved minutes from September 22, 2021 and December 8, 2021
• Discussed proposed Riverwalk wayfinding signs and design feedback
• Agreed to reschedule March 2022 meeting to March 30, 2022
• Noted Britta Herwig will join the Parks Board in February

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee meets on July 27, 2021, to review draft minutes from May 4, 2021, and receive a project update on the 23rd and Marine Dr. pedestrian facility. The remainder of the agenda is procedural, including roll call, public comments, and staff reports.

• Review of draft minutes from May 4, 2021
• Project update on 23rd and Marine Dr. pedestrian facility
• Save the Date: Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (future event)

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the May 4, 2021 meeting. The committee also received an update on a crosswalk project at 23rd and Marine Drive that is pending state approval.

• Approved May 4, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received update on 23rd and Marine Drive crosswalk project

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

This is a procedural meeting of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee. No minutes to review, no new business, and the only staff report is a 'Save the Date' for a future meeting on January 25, 2022. Public comments will be taken if present.

• No new business or minutes to review
• Save the Date for next meeting: Tuesday, January 25, 2022
• Public comments accepted via Zoom or phone

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee met on October 26, 2021. No new business was presented or discussed, and no reports were given by officers or commissioners.

Library Board

The Astoria Public Library Board will discuss and possibly act on the bi-annual review of library policies. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a staff report, and public comments. The meeting will be held in person with limited seating and live-streamed via Zoom.

• Bi-annual review of library policy as new business
• Approval of minutes from August 3, 2021
• Public comments opportunity

The Library Board approved the agenda as presented. The Board also approved the minutes of the August 3, 2021 meeting as presented. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved August 3, 2021 minutes as presented

Parks Board

The Astoria Parks Board will discuss a property encroachment at the 11th Street Steps, receive updates on department operations and childcare programs, and consider approval of September meeting minutes. The board also recognizes volunteers and receives reports from staff.

• 11th St. Stairs encroachment: property owners Dave and Billie O'Neel at 1092 Jerome Avenue constructed a fence in the public right-of-way and park space; City Council reviewed the request on December 6.
• Department Operations Update: discussion on City Council worksessions regarding childcare operations and Parks Department programs.
• Employee and Volunteer Recognition
• APRCF Updates
• Approval of Parks Advisory Board draft minutes from September 22

The board reviewed updates on the Aquatic Center scholarship program, the Parks Foundation grant, and upcoming events. Members discussed possible funding and volunteer support for trail improvements and a lost‑and‑found suggestion. No motions were voted on or decisions recorded during the meeting.

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

The Traffic Safety Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to review the Pedestrian Crossing Enhancement List and other routine business including approval of draft minutes from January and a save-the-date announcement for a July meeting. The agenda is largely procedural with one new business item.

• Review of Pedestrian Crossing Enhancement List
• Review of draft minutes from January 26, 2021
• Save the date: Tuesday, July 27, 2021

The committee approved the minutes from January 26, 2021, unanimously. Staff presented an existing list of pedestrian crossing enhancements from the 2013 Transportation System Plan, but no formal action was taken on new crossings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 26, 2021 (unanimous)

Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Traffic Safety Advisory Committee includes election of officers (per Astoria Development Code), review of draft minutes from October 2020, and an update on the 23rd and Marine Dr. pedestrian facility. The meeting is largely procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Election of officers for 2021
• Review of draft minutes from October 27, 2020 TSAC meeting
• Update on 23rd and Marine Dr. pedestrian facility
• Next meeting rescheduled to Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 5:30 pm
• Public comments and remote participation options due to COVID-19

The committee re-elected its 2021 officers and approved the October 2020 meeting minutes. Members discussed pedestrian facilities at 23rd Street and Marine Drive but reached a consensus that no formal advisory statement to the City Council was necessary at this time.

• Re-elected Daryl Moore (President), Sean Fitzpatrick (Vice President), and Tiffany Taylor (Secretary) (Unanimous)
• Approved October 27, 2020 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Decided no formal advisory statement to City Council was needed regarding 23rd Street and Marine Drive pedestrian facilities