Newport public meetings in 2020
70 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Arts Committee
The Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several public art projects, including the next steps for Resolution No. 3874 (Percent for the Arts), establishing a nonprofit foundation, and maintenance of murals and sculptures. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- Update on Resolution No. 3874 - Percent for the Arts - Next Steps
- Update on Establishing an Oregon Nonprofit Corporation - Public Arts Foundation
- Recognition of Donation of Painting to Library by Braulio Escobar
- Status of the Hatfield Drive Mural Cleaning
- Placement of Eckstein Sculpture
Finance Work Group
The Newport Finance Work Group is meeting electronically to review a working draft finance sustainability report and five-year financial forecasts. The agenda includes approval of the October 27, 2020 minutes and a report from the City Manager. No decisions are listed; the primary focus is discussion of financial scenarios.
- Review of Draft Finance Sustainability Report
- Five-year financial forecasts for the Finance Work Group
- Approval of minutes from October 27, 2020
- City Manager's Report
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Newport Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting virtually to discuss several items, including the Greater Newport Vision 2040, a subcommittee discussion on a proposed ordinance, the annual Tree City USA tree planting, and applications for open committee positions. The committee will also review the October department report and receive an update from Friends of Newport Parks and Recreation. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- Discussion of Greater Newport Vision 2040 with Leslie Palotas
- Subcommittee discussion on Parks and Recreation committee ordinance
- Tree City USA annual planting of a tree
- Review of applications for open committee positions
- October 2020 Department Report and Friends of Newport Parks and Recreation update
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss planning for its annual City Council report, the 2020 Community Vision Awards media plan and nomination outreach, and member updates from stakeholder meetings. They will also review the Vision Program Coordinator's 2020 report and confirm future meeting dates for 2021. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no formal votes or public hearings listed.
- Annual City Council Report planning (item 4.A)
- 2020 Community Vision Awards media plan and nomination outreach (item 4.B)
- Vision Program Coordinator 2020 report (item 4.D)
- Scheduling of January–March 2021 meetings via Doodle Poll
Airport Committee
The Newport Airport Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including an update on Allan Wells, proposed changes to municipal code regarding airport leases, and new hangar leases for two individuals. The committee will also review the operations report and approve the previous meeting's minutes.
- Update on Allan Wells employment agreement and lease
- Proposed code change to Section 9.40.015 on leasing airport property
- New hangar lease for Daniel B. McCrea at site D4
- New hangar lease for Ken Williams at site A2
- December 2020 operations report
Urban Renewal Agency
The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to discuss the final phase of the South Beach Urban Renewal Plan projects, including a report from the executive director. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.
- Final Phase of South Beach Urban Renewal Plan Projects
- South Beach US 101 Commercial-Industrial Corridor Plan RFP
- Approval of Urban Renewal Agency Minutes of August 17, 2020
60+ Advisory Committee
The 60+ Advisory Committee will meet electronically to approve minutes, interview applicants for open positions, and elect a committee chairman. The agenda also includes a SWOT analysis update and a staff report on Senior Center statistics for October 2020. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Approval of minutes from October 26, 2020
- Interviews for 60 Plus Committee applications
- Election of 60 Plus Advisory Board Chairman
- SWOT analysis update
- Staff report with Senior Center stats for October 2020
Public Arts Committee
The Newport Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss a revised Percent for the Arts resolution, forming a nonprofit arts foundation, and maintenance of local artworks. The agenda includes updates on repairs and cleaning of murals and sculptures. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Review of revised Resolution No. 3874 (Percent for the Arts)
- Discussion on establishing a nonprofit Newport Public Arts Foundation
- Update on repair to The Ambassador
- Cleaning of Hatfield Drive mural and retaining wall murals by Coast Guard Station
- Placement of Eckstein sculpture and creation of maintenance program
Public Arts Committee
The Newport Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss several arts-related items, including a request to purchase a sculpture by Sam Briseno for $5,000, a revised Percent for the Arts resolution, and the possibility of creating a nonprofit arts foundation. The committee will also receive an update on repairs to The Ambassador. The meeting is being held electronically with public comment accepted by email.
- Request from Deanne Dunlap for the City to purchase Sam Briseno sculpture for $5,000
- Review of revised Resolution No. 3874 - Percent for the Arts
- Discussion on establishing a non-profit corporation/public arts foundation
- Update on repair to The Ambassador
Finance Work Group
The Newport Finance Work Group is meeting to review updated five-year financial projections, including post-COVID expenditure levels, and to discuss department requests and staffing needs. The group will identify priorities for a five-year financing plan. The meeting is held electronically with public comment accepted via email.
- Review of updated five-year projections with post-COVID expenditure levels
- Discussion of transfer summary breakdown and annual operation transfers
- Review of department requests for five years
- Review of 10-year staffing report
- Identification of priorities for five-year financing plan
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss long-range community visioning efforts. They will hear a presentation on the Lincoln County School Board's strategic plan, and discuss updates on the Juntos en Colaboracion partnership, the 2020 Community Vision Awards, and sustainability through stakeholder networking. The meeting is largely informational and planning-focused, with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.
- Presentation on Lincoln County School Board Strategic Plan 2020-2025
- Update on Juntos en Colaboracion partner/support opportunity
- Planning update for 2020 Community Vision Awards
- Discussion on sustainability through committee and stakeholder networking
- Confirm next meeting dates: Nov 24, 2020; possible Dec 22, 2020
60+ Advisory Committee
The Newport 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss accreditation standards, review applications for vacant positions, consider a mission statement, and review a SWOT analysis. The meeting is open to the public via live stream and public comment by email.
- Review of Facility and Operations Standards Criteria
- Review of Program Planning and Implementation Standard Criteria
- Review of Records and Reports Standards Criteria
- Review of applications for vacant 60+ Advisory positions
- Review of SWOT analysis for transit reliability and the 60+ Center
Retirement Board of Trustees
The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting electronically to review the 19-20 actuarial report, discuss trustee member end-of-term dates, and review employee meeting schedules. The agenda also includes investment market and liquidity reviews, an HR report on upcoming retirements, and presentations on the DB and DC plans in Council Chambers. Most items are discussion or review items rather than final decisions.
- Review of 19-20 Actuarial Report
- Review of Trustee Member's End Date of Term
- Investment Market & Liquidity Review
- HR Report on Upcoming Retirement
- Council Chambers DB and DC presentations on investment market and handbook
Destination Newport Committee
The Destination Newport Committee is meeting to discuss a tourism recovery plan, with supporting documents on COVID-19 impacts and reopening strategies. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and reviewing accounts. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Tourism Recovery Plan discussion with Phase 2 and reopening tool documents
- Review of September 2020 accounts
- Approval of July 16, 2020 meeting minutes
- Chamber and News-Times report for August 2020
Airport Committee
The Newport Airport Committee will meet electronically to discuss and potentially act on draft rules and regulations, a maritime aero tracking discussion, and the September and October operations reports. The agenda includes approval of July minutes and public comments via email.
- Discussion/action on draft Rules and Regulations with suggested changes
- Discussion on Maritime Aero tracking information
- Review of September 8, 2020 Operations Report
- Review of October 13, 2020 Operations Report
- Draft Airport Development Timeline Checklist 2020
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce Candidate Forum
The Newport City Council is holding a work session to host a county commissioner candidate forum presented by the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce. The meeting is electronic, with public comment accepted by email. No other substantive business is listed.
- County Commissioner Candidate Forum presented by the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce
Retirement Board of Trustees
The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting electronically to discuss and develop an outline for the employee annual meeting scheduled for October 22, 2020. The board will also confirm the next meeting date and take public comment. The agenda contains no other substantive items.
- Develop outline for employee annual meeting on October 22, 2020
- Confirm next meeting date: October 22, 2020
- Public comment via email up to two hours before meeting
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss collaboration with the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, review a resident/non-resident ordinance, and receive updates on systemic racism and inequality. The director's report includes updates on a cooperative use agreement with Lincoln County School District, soccer field, wildfire shelter, and reopening of the Recreation & Aquatic Center. The meeting is largely procedural with discussion items and reports.
- Review of resident/non-resident ordinance for parks and recreation
- Update on LCSD-City Cooperative Use Agreement (IGA City-LCSD Use of Facilities)
- Soccer Field Council update
- Wildfire Shelter update
- Recreation & Aquatic Center reopening update
60+ Advisory Committee
The Newport 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss accreditation standards, review applications for vacant committee positions, revisit its mission statement, hear a staff report on senior center statistics, and review SWOT analyses for transit and the 60+ Center. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Review of Facility and Operations, Program Planning, and Records and Reports accreditation standards
- Review of applications for vacant 60+ Advisory Committee positions
- Discussion of the committee's mission statement
- Staff report on Senior Center statistics for August 2020
- Review of SWOT analyses for transit reliability/promotion and the Newport 60+ Center
Short-Term Rental Ordinance Implementation Work Group
The Short-Term Rental Ordinance Implementation Work Group is meeting to discuss updates on licensed short-term rentals, including the cap and waitlist, and to consider a resolution extending the group's term by 12 months. They will also review enforcement updates, Good Neighbor Guidelines, a vacancy on the group, and an online payment and billing solution. Public comment is scheduled, including a submission from Advocates for Safe & Healthy VRD-free Neighborhoods.
- Update on licensed short-term rentals, cap, and waitlist
- Resolution extending the STR Work Group term by 12 months
- Short-term rental enforcement update
- Good Neighbor Guidelines and renewal packet materials
- Vacancy on the STR Work Group
Candidate Forum
This is a special meeting of the Newport City Council to host a candidate forum for City Council candidates. The meeting is held electronically and the public can watch via live stream or cable. Public comment is accepted by email before the meeting.
- City Council candidate forum
- Electronic meeting with live stream and cable broadcast
- Public comment via email
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the program coordinator's six-month reflections, plan the Vision Awards 2020, and consider long-term sustainability of the Vision 2040 website, including hosting options. They will also review upcoming work group opportunities and recommendations. The meeting is largely discussion-oriented, with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.
- Discussion of Vision Program Coordinator six-month reflections
- Planning for Vision Awards 2020, volunteers needed
- Vision 2040 website hosting and long-term sustainability discussion
- Upcoming work group opportunities and recommendations
- Approval of August 25, 2020 meeting minutes
Chamber Community Forum
The Newport City Council is holding a special virtual meeting to host a mayoral candidate forum organized by the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce. The agenda includes interviews of the candidates and adjournment, with no other business listed.
- Mayoral candidate forum by Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce
- Virtual meeting with public livestream and broadcast on Charter Channel 190
- Public comment accepted via email up to two hours before the meeting
Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Newport Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to consider a new member applicant, review a letter to the City Council regarding Oceanview Drive, and discuss the Transportation System Plan (TSP) project. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and reviewing staff reports, plus a report on bicycle/pedestrian accidents for August 2020.
- Consideration of candidate Ashley Hill for committee membership
- Report on TSP Project Advisory Committee meeting from 9/9/20
- Letter to City Council re: Oceanview Dr. and ODOT Highway Manual
- No collisions involving active transportation recorded for August 2020
- Public comment from Wendy Engler
Public Arts Committee
The Public Arts Committee is meeting electronically to discuss the Percent for the Arts policy, maintenance of The Ambassador, and the location of the Jurgen Eckstein sculpture. They will also approve the August 20, 2020 minutes and set the next meeting date. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Continued discussion of Percent for the Arts policy (Res. No. 3874, August 2020 revision)
- Maintenance of The Ambassador
- Discussion on location of Jurgen Eckstein sculpture
- Approval of August 20, 2020 meeting minutes
Sister City Committee
The Newport Sister City Committee is meeting to discuss and plan upcoming exchanges with Mombetsu, Japan, including a February 2021 trip to Mombetsu and a May 2021 visit from Mombetsu. They will also review minutes from the August 4, 2020 meeting and consider a joint meeting with the Mombetsu International Committee on September 29, 2020.
- Discussion of February 2021 exchange from Newport to Mombetsu
- Preliminary planning for May 2021 exchange from Mombetsu to Newport
- Joint meeting with Mombetsu International Committee on September 29, 2020
- Approval of minutes from August 4, 2020 meeting
Transportation System Plan Policy Advisory
The Transportation System Plan Policy Advisory Committee is meeting to review findings from its transportation studies and discuss a draft approach for community workshops. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, review of learned information, and planning for public engagement. The meeting is being held electronically with public comment accepted via email or Zoom.
- Approval of draft minutes from March 12, 2020 meeting
- Review of existing conditions and future transportation needs tech memos
- Discussion of draft approach for community workshops
- Handouts include updated project schedule and forecasted trip growth map
- Next meeting scheduled for winter 2021
Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to review draft technical memos for the Transportation System Plan, consider a new committee member, and discuss a draft letter to the City Council about safety on Oceanview Drive. The meeting is open to the public via live stream and public comment can be submitted by email.
- Review of TSP Draft Tech Memos #5 and #7 (Future Conditions and Needs)
- Consideration of candidate Ashley Hill for committee membership
- Draft BPAC letter to City Council regarding Oceanview Dr. safety
- Discussion of Active Transportation Myths/Facts
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss a Nye Beach neighborhood visioning referral from the Planning Commission and opportunities from the Ford Family Foundation network. The committee will also approve minutes from its June 23 and July 28, 2020 meetings. Public comment is accepted via email up to two hours before the meeting.
- Nye Beach Visioning referral from Planning Commission (includes City Council excerpt, Planning Commission letter, public testimony, and Vision Coordinator report)
- Ford Family Foundation Network Opportunities discussion
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2020 and July 28, 2020 meetings
- Next meeting scheduled for September 22, 2020, 4:00-5:30 PM
60+ Advisory Committee
The Newport 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to hear a presentation on the city's 2040 Vision, review its mission statement, and conduct SWOT analyses on transit reliability, accessible healthcare, and the 60+ Center itself. The committee will also review accreditation standards and receive a staff report on Senior Center statistics for July 2020. The agenda is substantive, with several discussion and review items.
- 2040 Vision presentation by Vision Coordinator Leslie Palotas
- Review of current mission statement for older adults
- SWOT analysis on transit reliability and promotion
- SWOT analysis on affordable and accessible healthcare
- Review of accreditation standards: Community Connections, Purpose and Planning, Governance
Retirement Board of Trustees
The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting electronically to approve prior minutes, plan the October 22 employee annual meeting, discuss a supplemental letter outlining a backup structure for authorized signatures, and consider consolidating two of three defined-benefit (DB) accounts. The board will also review the quarterly investment market and liquidity report for August 2020 and set the next meeting date.
- Plan for employee annual meeting on October 22, 2020
- Supplemental letter on backup structure for authorized signatures
- Discussion of consolidating two of three DB accounts
- Quarterly investment market and liquidity report for August 2020
- Approval of minutes from January 30, February 23, and May 21, 2020
Public Arts Committee
The Newport Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including the maintenance of public art, a potential outline for the Hurbert Street Billboard, applying for 501(c)(3) status for a Public Art Foundation, and the location of the Jurgen Eckstein Sculpture. The meeting is held electronically and includes public comment via email.
- Discussion of maintenance of public art
- Continued discussion of Hurbert Street Billboard (potential outline of letters)
- Application for 501(c)(3) for Public Art Foundation
- Location of Jurgen Eckstein Sculpture
Retirement Board of Trustees
The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting electronically to discuss and take action on several items, including planning the employee annual meeting, a supplemental letter on backup signature authority, and the option of consolidating two of the three defined benefit (DB) accounts. The board will also review the quarterly investment market and liquidity report for August 2020. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Discuss and develop plan for employee annual meeting on October 22, 2020
- Supplemental letter outlining backup structure for authorized signatures
- Discuss option of consolidating two of the three DB accounts
- Quarterly investment market and liquidity report for August 2020
- Approve minutes from January 30, February 23, and May 21, 2020
Urban Renewal Agency
The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to discuss the scope of work for the South Beach/US 101 Commercial-Industrial Corridor Refinement Plan. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving the minutes from the June 29, 2020 meeting and public comment.
- Discussion on Scope of Work for South Beach / US 101 Commercial-Industrial Corridor Refinement Plan
- Approve the Minutes of the Urban Renewal Agency Meeting of June 29, 2020
Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Transportation System Plan, hear from an ODOT liaison, and review Oceanview Drive speed concerns. They will also consider a candidate for the committee and review staff reports.
- Discussion of Transportation System Plan draft tech memos #5 and #7
- Discussion with ODOT Region 2 Active Transportation Liaison Jenna Berman
- Oceanview Drive speed and design speed review
- ODOT Community Paths Program discussion
- Candidate interview for committee vacancy
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Newport Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including the Park Master Plan spreadsheet, systemic racism and inequality, a soccer field update, and a resident/nonresident ordinance requirement. The committee will also hear a director's report on COVID-19 and the June 2020 department report. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.
- Discussion of Park Master Plan spreadsheet
- Discussion of Systematic Racism & Inequality
- Soccer Field Update Report
- Subcommittee & Resident/Nonresident Ordinance Requirement
- COVID-19 Update and June 2020 Department Report
Sister City Committee
The Newport Sister City Committee is meeting to discuss the 55th anniversary of the sister city relationship with Mombetsu, Japan, and to consider a regular meeting schedule between the two cities. The agenda includes introductions of participants from both cities and greetings from the chairpersons. No formal votes or decisions are listed.
- Discussion of 55th anniversary of the Newport-Mombetsu sister city relationship
- Discussion of regular meeting schedule between Mombetsu and Newport
- Greetings from chairpersons of Mombetsu and Newport
- Introduction of participants from Mombetsu and Newport
Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet electronically to review applications for new members, discuss bicycle/pedestrian accidents, and consider the Community Paths Program. The agenda also includes a staff report on transportation conditions and a public comment on the Oceanview Drive speed limit.
- Consideration of candidates Richard Keagle, Jane Barwell, and Ashley Hill
- Discussion of bicycle/pedestrian accidents
- Community Paths Program discussion
- Public comment on Oceanview Drive speed limit
- Staff report on future transportation conditions and needs
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss routine administrative items: approving June minutes, introducing a monthly newsletter, discussing stakeholder outreach and onboarding, and reviewing committee member bios. The agenda contains no major decisions or public hearings; it is largely procedural and informational.
- Approval of minutes from June 23, 2020 meeting
- Introduction of monthly newsletter
- Discussion of stakeholder outreach and onboarding
- Review of committee member bios
- Next meeting scheduled for August 25, 2020 at 4:00 PM
60+ Advisory Committee
The Newport 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss updates to the 2040 Vision, review its mission statement, and examine SWOT analyses on transit reliability and healthcare access. The committee will also receive staff reports on Senior Center statistics and set the next meeting date. Public comment is accepted via email or phone.
- 2040 Vision update
- Review of Mission Statement
- SWOT Analysis on Transit Reliability and Promotion
- SWOT Analysis on Affordable and Accessible Healthcare and Improved Service Coordination
- Senior Center Stats June 2020
Audit Committee
The Newport Audit Committee is meeting to receive an update on interim audit work, review the AU-C 260 letters, and discuss a management survey. The agenda is largely procedural, with no decisions or public hearings scheduled.
- Auditor update on interim audit work
- Review of City and Urban Renewal AU-C 260 letters
- Discussion of management survey
Destination Newport Committee
The Destination Newport Committee is meeting electronically to handle routine business. The agenda consists of approving the June 18, 2020 minutes, reviewing accounts, receiving a report from the Chamber and News-Times, and taking public comment. No major decisions or proposals are listed.
- Approval of June 18, 2020 meeting minutes
- Review of July 2020 accounts
- Chamber and News-Times report
- Public comment period
Airport Committee
The Newport Airport Committee is meeting to approve the June 9, 2020 minutes, review the July 2020 operations report, and hear public comments. The agenda includes discussion/action items and committee comments, but no specific decisions are listed.
- Approval of June 9, 2020 minutes
- Review of July 14, 2020 Operations Report
- Public comments from Janet Burley and Paul Thompson
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will consider adopting Resolution No. 3890, which makes appropriations and declares a tax increment for fiscal year 2020-2021. The meeting also includes approval of the June 1, 2020 minutes. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Resolution No. 3890: appropriations and tax increment for FY 2020-2021
- Public hearing on the budget and tax resolution
- Approval of June 1, 2020 meeting minutes
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss filling vacant seats, receive work group progress reports, consider potential ordinance changes, and update onboarding materials. The agenda is primarily discussion items with no final decisions listed.
- Discussion on filling vacant seats with applications from Angel Jimenez and Jane Russell
- Work group progress report
- Discussion regarding potential Vision Committee ordinance changes
- Vision 2040 onboarding materials update
- Next meeting set for July 28, 2020 at 4:00 PM
60+ Advisory Committee
The 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss several items, including an update on the 2040 vision, a review of the mission statement, accreditation, and a transportation SWOT analysis. The committee will also approve minutes from a previous meeting and receive a staff report with Senior Center statistics.
- 2040 vision update
- Review of Mission Statement
- Accreditation discussion
- Transportation SWOT discussion
- Senior Center stats for March and April 2020
Destination Newport Committee
The Destination Newport Committee is meeting electronically to discuss and potentially act on its 2020-2021 budget, a proposed advertising and marketing services contract with the News-Times, and committee goals. The agenda also includes approval of the February 13, 2020 minutes and reports from the Chamber and News-Times.
- 2020-2021 Destination Newport Committee budget review
- Advertising and Marketing Services Contract with the News-Times
- Committee goals and objectives discussion
- Approval of February 13, 2020 meeting minutes
Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to approve minutes, review a collision report, and discuss a staff report on furloughs and staff reductions for FY 20-21. The agenda also includes a training session on public meetings, an interview of a potential committee member, and public comment from two residents.
- No pedestrian or bicycle collisions reported for March-May 2020
- Staff report on furloughs and FY 20-21 staff reductions
- Training session on public meetings
- Interview of potential committee member R. Keagle
- Public comment from Jerry Robbins and Aracelly Guevara
Budget Committee
The Newport Budget Committee will finalize budget discussions from its June 2 meeting and consider approval of the City of Newport and Urban Renewal Agency budgets for fiscal year 2020-21, including tax levies and a revised fee schedule. The meeting is held electronically, with public comment accepted via email and phone. The agenda includes several public comments and a process evaluation.
- Approve City of Newport budget for FY 2020-21 (July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021)
- Approve General Obligation Bond tax levies for FY 2020-21
- Recommend Council approval of revised fee schedule (2020-2021)
- Approve Newport Urban Renewal Agency budget and tax levies for South Beach, Northside, and McLean Point districts
Airport Committee
The Newport Airport Committee met electronically on June 9, 2020, to discuss and potentially act on updated airport rules and regulations. The agenda included a review of the operations report and standard procedural items such as approving previous minutes. The committee also listed long-term goals including pursuing commercial airline service and expanding utility services.
- Discussion and action on Airport Rules and Regulations
- Review of the June 9, 2020 Operations Report
- Approval of May 12, 2020 Minutes
Short-Term Rental Ordinance Implementation Work Group
The Short-Term Rental Ordinance Implementation Work Group will discuss revisions to Newport Municipal Code Chapter 4.25 on short-term rental business license endorsements, enforcement updates, and licensing fees. They will also review the impact of COVID-19 on their mandate and consider correspondence from community advocates. The meeting is held electronically with public comment via email.
- Revisions to NMC Chapter 4.25, Short-Term Rental Business License Endorsements
- Enforcement update with chart summarizing STR enforcement process
- Licensed short-term rentals with operations plans under Emergency Order No. 2020-17
- Impact of COVID-19 on work group's mandate (Resolution No. 3857)
- Proposed FY 20/21 fee schedule for short-term rental licensing fees
Budget Committee
The Newport Budget Committee is meeting to review the 2020-2021 fiscal year Hit and Wish List, along with additional budget information including forecasting tools and a parks reopening plan. They will also hear public comment, with one written comment from Carla Perry submitted. The meeting is primarily a discussion and review session, not a final decision-making meeting.
- 2020-2021 Fiscal Year Hit and Wish List review
- Chamber of Commerce Room Occupancy Report
- Parks and Recreation facility operation hours and reopening plan
- Newport Forecasting Tool 2020-21 proposals (101, 201, 220)
- Public comment from Carla Perry
Urban Renewal Agency
The Newport Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving a fourth amendment to covenants on property sold to the Whaler Motel, and hold a public hearing on a supplemental budget resolution for fiscal year 2019-2020. The meeting also includes routine consent items and public comment.
- Fourth Amendment to Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions for Whaler Motel property
- Public hearing on Resolution No. 3888 for supplemental budget and appropriations changes
- Approval of May 18, 2020 meeting minutes
Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
The Newport Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will meet to discuss a COVID-19 department update and receive the director's April 2020 report. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its February 26, 2020 meeting. The agenda includes routine items such as public comment, committee comments, and setting the next meeting date.
- COVID-19 Department Update (discussion item)
- April 2020 Department Report (director's report)
- Approval of February 26, 2020 minutes
- Public comment period
- Meeting at Newport Recreation Center, Room 105
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Newport Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss potential ordinance changes, appoint a vice chair and a new at-large member, and review work group reports and onboarding materials. The agenda includes public comment via email or phone.
- Appointment of Rolla Cleaver as Vice Chair
- Consideration of Angel Rolando Jimenez as At-Large Member representing the LatinX Community
- Discussion of potential ordinance changes to Vision 2040 Advisory Committee (2.05.075)
- Work group reports and next steps from May 2020 meetings
- Review of Vision 2040 onboarding materials
Retirement Board of Trustees
The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting electronically to review the quarterly investment market and liquidity report and confirm the next meeting date. Public comment is accepted via email before the meeting.
- Quarterly investment market and liquidity report
- Next meeting scheduled for July 23, 2020 at 10:00 AM
COVID-19 UPDATE
The Newport City Council is holding a briefing to receive updates from city staff on reopening information during the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda includes updates from the city manager, community director, parks and recreation director, and fire chief, as well as an update on a local non-profit. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Update by City Manager Nebel on re-opening information
- Update by Community Director Tokos on re-opening information
- Update by Parks and Recreation Director Cavanaugh on re-opening information
- Update by Fire Chief Murphy on re-opening information
- Update on local non-profit
Urban Renewal Agency
The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting electronically to consider a public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 3884, which would transfer funds for a Business Assistance Grant Program. The agency will also appoint a new vice chair to replace former member David Allen, and handle routine consent calendar items.
- Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 3884 for transfer of funds for Business Assistance Grant Program
- Appointment of Vice Chair to replace former Urban Renewal Agency Member David Allen
- Approval of minutes from May 4, 2020
- Public comment via email or phone due to electronic meeting
Airport Committee
The Newport Airport Committee met electronically on May 12, 2020, to review operations and discuss hangar development. The agenda included standard procedural items such as roll call and approval of previous minutes. No specific dollar amounts or final decisions were listed in the provided text.
- Discussion on Hangar Development
- Approval of March 10, 2020 Minutes
- May 12, 2020 Operations Report
COVID-19 UPDATE
The Newport City Council is holding a general meeting focused on COVID-19 updates, including reopening information from the city manager, police chief, and fire chief, plus an update on a local non-profit. The agenda is largely a briefing with no formal decisions listed.
- Update on re-opening information by City Manager Nebel, Police Chief Malloy, and Fire Chief Murphy
- Update on local non-profit
- Wrap-up by City Manager Spencer Nebel
- Sign-off by Mayor Sawyer
Urban Renewal Agency
The Newport Urban Renewal Agency will consider adopting a resolution to distribute urban renewal dollars for a Business Assistance Grant Program, and a separate resolution for a supplemental budget with appropriation changes for the 2019/2020 fiscal year. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and an executive director's report.
- Resolution No. 3884: URA distribution of funds for Business Assistance Grant Program
- Resolution No. 3883: supplemental budget and appropriation changes for 2019/2020 fiscal year
- Approval of minutes from March 2, 2020 Urban Renewal meeting
- Report on use of urban renewal dollars for business assistance
COVID-19 UPDATE
The Newport City Council is holding a COVID-19 briefing with updates from the city manager, fire chief, and police chief on current orders, a proposed reopening plan, and enforcement of various orders. This is a discussion-only meeting with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.
- Update by City Manager Nebel on current orders and items under consideration at tonight's council meeting
- Update by Fire Chief Rob Murphy on proposed city reopening plan
- Update by Police Chief Jason Malloy on enforcement of various orders
Vision 2040 Advisory Committee
The Vision 2040 Advisory Committee is meeting electronically to discuss work group homework, member assignments, items requiring a vote, and a possible electronic questionnaire to replace a physical outreach card. They will also review glossary updates and formally accept the vice chair position. The agenda includes several discussion items but no final decisions are listed.
- Discussion of work group homework due for May 26, 2020 meeting
- Review of recommended work group member assignments
- Discussion of items requiring a vote by the committee
- Discussion of creating an electronic questionnaire instead of a physical outreach card
- Formal acceptance of vice chair position by Rolla Cleaver
COVID-19 UPDATE
The Newport City Council is holding a COVID-19 update briefing to discuss the city's emergency order, potential reopening plans, and access to city facilities. The meeting includes an update on the utility payment deferral program and highlights Grace Wins Haven. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Utility Payment Deferral Program update
- Extension of City's Emergency Order and Governor's reopening plans
- Update on access to city facilities
- Highlighting Grace Wins Haven
Community Forum 1
This is a community forum, not a formal city council decision-making meeting. Candidates for local office will introduce themselves and respond to questions from the public. The event is being live-streamed and broadcast on local cable.
- Candidate forum with David M Davis, Claire Hall, Joe Hitselberger, Edward M Johnston, Betty Kamikawa, Celeste McEntee
- Hosted by Judy Kuhl, Executive Director of the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce
- Live-stream available at newportoregon.gov and on Charter Channel 190
COVID-19 UPDATE
This is a general meeting for the Newport City Council to provide a weekly live-streamed update on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda includes updates from the mayor, city manager, and fire chief, as well as a discussion on assistance to businesses and access to city facilities. The meeting is informational and procedural, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled.
- Discussion regarding assistance to businesses by Judy Kuhl and Derrick Tokos
- Update on access to city facilities and highlighting Grace Wins Haven
- COVID-19 update by Fire Chief Murphy
- Welcome by Mayor Sawyer and wrap-up by City Manager Nebel
COVID-19 UPDATE
The Newport City Council is holding a community update meeting focused on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The agenda consists of updates from the mayor, city manager, and department directors, along with a video tour of the Emergency Coordination Center. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled.
- Mayor Sawyer welcome
- City Manager Nebel update
- Public Works Director Gross update
- Community Development Director Tokos update
- Finance Director Murzynsky update
COVID-19 UPDATE
The Newport City Council is holding a general meeting focused on COVID-19 updates. Officials including the mayor, city manager, fire chief, and department heads will report on the city's response. The agenda is informational, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.
- Update from Mayor Sawyer
- Update from City Manager
- Update from Fire Chief
- Update from Emergency Coordinator
- Update from Library Director
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to approve the minutes from its November 18, 2019 meeting and to accept the fiscal year 2019 audit report. The agenda is otherwise routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve November 18, 2019 Urban Renewal Agency minutes
- Acceptance of the Urban Renewal Agency Fiscal Year Audit
Short-Term Rental Ordinance Implementation Work Group
The Short-Term Rental Ordinance Implementation Work Group is meeting to discuss the implementation of Newport's short-term rental ordinance, including updates on licensed rentals, the cap and waitlist, a 24/7 hotline, enforcement issues, and the status of litigation with Airbnb. The agenda also includes public comment periods and a presentation from an advocacy group.
- Update on licensed short-term rentals, cap and waitlist
- 24/7 hotline implementation and enhancements
- Enforcement update with complaint report from CSO Folmar
- Status of Airbnb litigation
- Introduction of priorities from Advocates for Safe and Healthy VRD-Free Neighborhoods-Newport