Newport public meetings in 2024

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee will discuss a mid-year report on the Bayfront Parking Management Program, an update on parking enforcement, and the functionality of T2 System coupon codes. The committee will also consider implementing parking management in Nye Beach, with draft options and FAQs provided as handouts. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Mid-Year Report to City Council on Bayfront Parking Management Program
• Update on Parking Enforcement
• T2 System Coupon Codes functionality discussion
• Implementing Parking Management in Nye Beach
• Nye Beach Residential Parking Pass Map and draft parking management options

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The Newport Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group is meeting to discuss and potentially approve draft water conservation recommendations dated December 9, 2024. The agenda also includes a discussion about a Drinking Water Protection Plan team meeting, along with routine approval of minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion and possible approval of Draft Water Conservation Recommendations (December 9, 2024)
• Drinking Water Protection Plan Team Meeting discussion
• Approval of minutes from August 20 and September 17, 2024 meetings

Joint City Council and Planning Commission Work Session

The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss the City Center Revitalization Plan. Items include reviewing goals and objectives, feedback from a public event, consultant analysis on impediments and implementation measures, and public investments needed. Comments from the Citizen Advisory Committee will also be heard. No formal decisions are expected; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of City Center Revitalization Plan goals and objectives
• Feedback from Public Event #1
• Consultant's analysis: impediments and potential implementation measures
• Public investments needed to support desired development
• Comments from the Citizen Advisory Committee

City Center Revitalization Planning Committee

The City Center Revitalization Planning Committee is meeting to review a consultant's analysis and recommendations on urban design, implementation framework, and code implications for the city center. They will also discuss feedback on a public event and review the project schedule. The agenda includes routine items like approving prior minutes and public comment.

• Review of consultant's analysis on urban design and implementation framework
• Discussion of code implications and strategy implications for city center
• Feedback on Public Event 1 regarding Memo #4
• Approval of October 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will hold a regular meeting with routine items such as approving minutes and receiving public comment. The main discussion item is the potential disbanding of the committee, with supporting documents provided. The committee will also review recent crash reports and hear from candidate introductions.

• Discussion on disbanding BPAC (NMC 2.05.055)
• Review of August-September and October-November crash reports
• Approval of draft August 2024 minutes
• Candidate introductions for committee membership

Airport Committee

The Airport Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on airport repairs and maintenance. The body will also review an operations report.

• Airport repairs and maintenance
• Airport Courtesy Car Use Agreement
• Operations report

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding legislative amendments to implement SB 1537 limited land use provisions. The body will also review and approve minutes from November 25, 2024.

• Public hearing on File #2-Z-24: Legislative Amendments for SB 1537 Limited Land Use Provisions
• Review of Draft Ordinance No. 2228

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to discuss two main items: a temporary housing and drug policy issue presented by Tamara Russell with CIS, and a draft beekeeping ordinance that would add a new section to the city code regulating the keeping of bees. The council will also review the work session calendar for January to June 2025.

• Discussion of temporary housing and drug policy issue with Tamara Russell (CIS)
• Consideration of draft beekeeping ordinance (new NMC sec. 8.10.035) to regulate nuisances related to keeping bees
• Review of work session calendar for January to June 2025

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on a proposed sale of the Abbey Street Pier Building at 669 SW Bay Blvd and consider several contracts and project approvals. Other items include funding for the Agate Beach Neighborhood and Dog Park rehabilitation, a sewer realignment project, and a generator maintenance agreement. Consent items include canvassing election results, ratifying appointments to advisory committees, and approving an MOU with the Youth Development Coalition.

• Public hearing on possible sale of Abbey Street Pier Building at 669 SW Bay Blvd
• Consideration of Parks SDC, Room Tax, and General Fund for Agate Beach park rehabilitation
• Approval of generator preventive maintenance agreement with Peterson Power Systems for $54,970/year for three years
• Award of professional engineering services contract for SE Moore/SE Harney/US 20 intersection and street improvement project (Safe Routes to School)
• Ratification of mayor's appointments to Library Advisory Committee and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on File #3-CP-24/3-Z-24, a request to amend the Comprehensive Plan Map and Zoning Map for the redevelopment of the Central Lincoln PUD Administrative Office at 243 NE 23rd and 2228 NW Nye. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the October 28 work session and regular session meetings. Item 5.A regarding SB 1537 limited land use provisions has been rescheduled to December 9.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map amendments for Central Lincoln PUD redevelopment (243 NE 23rd & 2228 NW Nye)
• Approval of Planning Commission Work Session minutes from October 28, 2024
• Approval of Planning Commission Regular Session minutes from October 28, 2024

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to review web map updates, new aerial imagery and lidar data, and receive a mid-year report on the Bayfront parking management program. They will also discuss Council action on FEMA pre-implementation compliance measures, including Resolution No. 4044 and Ordinance No. 2226. An update on the commission's work program is scheduled as unfinished business.

• Web map updates, new aerial imagery, and lidar data presented by Ethan Bassett
• Mid-Year Bayfront Parking Management Program Report with revenue reports
• Council Action on FEMA Pre-Implementation Compliance Measures (Resolution 4044, Ordinance 2226)
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

Public Arts Committee

The Newport Public Arts Committee meets to discuss administrative oversight changes, review 2024 goals, set 2025 objectives, and examine the 2024–2025 budget. Updates include the Art Seen Project, the VAC Stairway Mural Project, and recognition plaques for new art pieces and Catherine Rickbone.

• Discussion on clarifying change of PAC administrative oversight
• Review of 2024 goals and setting new goals for 2025
• Overview of 2024–2025 budget
• Update on Art Seen Project
• Update on VAC Stairway Mural Project

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group is meeting to discuss and potentially approve updated draft water conservation recommendations, which must meet a December 1, 2024 deadline. The agenda includes a joint session with the Drinking Water Protection Plan Team, review of minutes from the October 15 meeting, and discussion of a tracking sheet for the recommendations. Public comment is invited.

• Discuss updated Draft Water Conservation Recommendations and tracking sheet
• Discuss approval of recommendations to meet December 1, 2024 deadline
• Joint meeting with Drinking Water Protection Plan Team (1-2 PM)
• Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council holds a work session to discuss a work session calendar and then go into executive session under state law to review the job performance of the City Attorney. No other substantive decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Executive session scheduled under ORS 192.660(2)(i) to evaluate City Attorney job performance
• Discussion of draft work session calendar for December through May

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to receive the executive director's report, which includes an update on the South Beach Urban Renewal District project and a preliminary cost estimate for the South Beach Urban Renewal Plan. The agency will also consider scheduling an executive session to discuss real property transactions. Consent calendar items include approval of meeting minutes and receipt of agenda and video links.

• South Beach Project Update
• South Beach Urban Renewal Plan Preliminary Cost Estimate
• Scheduling an Executive Session Pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e) to Discuss Real Property Transactions
• Approval of URA Meeting Minutes (9-16-2024)

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances: one amending camping regulations (Ordinance 2227) and another related to FEMA requirements for maintaining National Flood Insurance Program eligibility (Ordinance 2226/Resolution 4044). The council will also consider consent calendar items including airport leases and a $50,000 grant for a watershed stewardship plan, and discuss scheduling a public hearing on the sale of the Abbey Street Pier Building.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2227 amending camping code (NMC ch. 9.50)
• Public hearing on Ordinance 2226 and Resolution 4044 for FEMA interim habitat protection to keep flood insurance eligibility
• Authorization to execute a lease with Life Flight Network for airport office, hangar, and parking space
• Rental lease for T-hangar 10 with John McKibben at the airport
• Authorization to execute a $50,000 grant contract with OBDD for Big Creek Watershed Forest Stewardship Plan

Library Board

The Newport Library Board will interview a high school student representative applicant, hear a presentation on the Oregon Cultural Trust, and discuss public library service responses, the 2024 statistical report, closures for ILS migration and staff training, and policy revisions to the Library Program Policy and Lost & Found Policy.

• Interview for High School Student Representative
• Oregon Cultural Trust presentation with Niki Price
• Discussion of Public Library Service Responses
• 2024 Oregon Public Library Statistical Report
• Library closures for ILS migration and staff training

Library Board

The Newport Library Board will meet to approve minutes, hear the librarian's report, and discuss several items including interviewing a high school student representative, a presentation on the Oregon Cultural Trust, public library service responses, the 2024 Oregon Public Library Statistical Report, library closures for ILS migration and staff training, and policy revisions. Public comment is also scheduled.

• Interview for High School Student Representative
• Oregon Cultural Trust presentation with Niki Price
• Discussion of Public Library Service Responses
• 2024 Oregon Public Library Statistical Report
• Library closures for ILS migration and staff training

Airport Committee

The committee will consider two lease agreements: a rental lease for T-hangar 10 with John McKibben and a land lease with LBL Properties for hangar Site A3. They will also discuss an air service traffic generation study, FAA BIL AIP funding for T-hangars, and a timeline of landing fees discussions. Additional items include an operations report and committee goals.

• Rental lease for T-hangar 10 with John McKibben
• Land lease with LBL Properties for hangar Site A3
• Air Service Traffic Generation Study
• FAA BIL AIP funding for 33 T-hangars
• Timeline of landing fees discussion from May 2023 to September 2024

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the Park System Master Plan Annual Report and the Special Olympics of Lincoln County. The meeting includes a report from Recreation Superintendent Keeley Naughton and the 3rd Quarter Department Report for July through September 2024.

• Special Olympics of Lincoln County discussion
• Park System Master Plan Annual Report
• 3rd Quarter Department Report (July - September 2024)
• Approval of October 2, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Newport City Council will discuss a proposed municipal code prohibiting camping, and consider a request from NW Coastal Housing to use affordable housing excise tax revenue to pay system development charges for their Gladys Street project. The council will also consider contracts for custodial services, Microsoft software renewal, and possible purchase of wastewater screening units.

• Discussion of proposed camping ordinance (NMC 9.50 draft)
• Request to use affordable housing excise tax revenue for Gladys Street project SDCs
• Approval of custodial service contract with Associated Cleaning Services ($83,899.72/year, 3-year total $251,699.16)
• Authorization of Microsoft Enterprise Agreement renewal ($117,466.01/year, 3-year total $352,398.03)
• Possible purchase of two Helisive Spiral Screening Hycore Units from Parkson Corporation ($223,634)

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to interview candidates for the Planning Commission and Parking Advisory Committee, and to discuss the Mid-Year Bayfront Parking Management Program report. A key discussion item involves possible modifications to the fee structure to consider low-income residents.

• Interview of Robert Bare for Planning Commission
• Interview of Pat Maguire for Parking Advisory Committee
• Interview of Lisa Emond for Parking Advisory Committee
• Mid-Year Bayfront Parking Management Program report and supporting documents
• Discussion of possible modifications to Bayfront Parking fee structure for low-income consideration

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will consider and likely vote on three final orders and findings of fact: a nonconforming use permit for a new cold box system at the NW Natural LNG plant, a 4-lot townhouse subdivision on Nye Street, and the Wilder Remainder Phase (planned development, subdivision, traffic impact analysis). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• File #3-NCU-24: Final order for nonconforming use permit to install a new cold box system at the NW Natural LNG plant
• File #2-SUB-24: Final order for a 4-lot townhouse subdivision on Nye Street
• File #1 & 2-PD-24 / 1-SUB-24 / 2-TIA-24: Final order for the Wilder Remainder Phase (planned development, final development, preliminary subdivision plat, and traffic impact analysis)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss an event plan and related materials for the City Center Revitalization Planning Project. They will also receive an update on the Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project and review the commission's work program. No formal decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Event plan and associated materials for the City Center Revitalization Planning Project
• Update on the Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project with progress report and sample chapters
• Review of the Planning Commission Work Program for October 2024

City Center Revitalization Planning Committee

The City Center Revitalization Planning Committee is meeting to review a gap analysis of the city center, discuss strategies to address those gaps, and plan public outreach. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and public comment. This is a working session focused on the revitalization plan, not a final decision-making meeting.

• Approval of August 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Gap analysis discussion (Draft Memo 4)
• Strategies to address identified gaps
• Public outreach planning (Event Plan 102224)

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially act on the city's pension actuarial report, including recommended funding levels for the budget. They will also review trustee term end dates, receive a quarterly investment report from Columbia Trust, and hear an HR update on upcoming retirements.

• Actuarial Report presentation by HUB Representatives (Zoom)
• Actuarial Report and Recommended Funding for Budget (Finance)
• Review Trustee Members' End Date Terms
• Quarter 3 Report - Columbia Trust
• HR Report - Upcoming Retirement

Police Advisory Committee

The Newport Police Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss its creation, duties, action plan goals and accomplishments, and a report to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the June 26, 2024 minutes, a director's report, and public comment. The meeting is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no specific decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of June 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of committee creation and duties
• Review of action plan goals and accomplishments
• Discussion of report to City Council
• Director's report

Discover Newport Committee

The Discover Newport Committee will review community survey responses and consider recommending $47,000 in remaining funds for destination development. They will also discuss a style and brand guide and draft bylaws. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a chamber report.

• Review of community survey responses for destination development
• Possible recommendation of $47,000 in remaining funds allocation
• Discussion of Discover Newport Style and Brand Guide
• Discussion of draft bylaws
• Chamber report including room tax revenue comparison

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Lincoln County's plan to temporarily operate an emergency shelter at the Oceanspray Family Center (1039 NW Nye Street). Council will also consider resolutions adjusting off-season Bayfront parking fees, revising estuary policies related to climate change, supporting re-designation as a Coast Guard City, and funding extra hours for the warming shelter. Additional items include a contract for engineering design of an airport septic system and appointments to a council compensation work group.

• Public hearing on Lincoln County's temporary emergency shelter at 1039 NW Nye Street
• Resolution No. 4041 adjusting off-season fees for high-demand Bayfront public parking areas
• Resolution No. 4042 relating to climate change and managing development in the Yaquina Bay Estuary
• Resolution No. 4043 supporting application for re-designation as a Coast Guard City
• Warming shelter extra hours funding request and engineering design contract for Airport Large Onsite Septic System

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss implementing components of the 2024 International Property Maintenance Code. The body will also review the agenda calendar from November to April and schedule an executive session regarding real property transactions.

• Discussion on implementing 2024 International Property Maintenance Code
• Review of November to April Agenda Calendar
• Scheduling of executive session for real property transactions per ORS 192.660(2)(e)

Public Arts Committee

The Newport Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget, recognition for Catherine Rickbone, a LatinX youth mural, and a mural welcoming visitors. They will also review plans for rotating sculpture bases and City Hall landscaping, and consider approving plaques for two new art pieces. The meeting is open to the public with options for written and virtual comment.

• Discussion/Action on LatinX Youth Mural
• Continuation of Discussion on Mural Welcoming Visitors to Newport
• Discussion/Overview of the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget for the Public Arts Committee
• Estimate and Possible Approval of Plaques for Two New Pieces of Art
• Discussion on Obtaining a Rick Bartow Sculpture for the City of Newport

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee meets on October 16, 2024, to continue discussion of a Rogue Brewery loading zone request and to review Bayfront parking data collected to date. Members will also hear an update on transitioning Bayfront parking management to the off-season program. The agenda includes approval of the September 18, 2024 minutes and a public comment period. Handouts include parking revenue figures, the FY 24/25 Parking Fund Budget, and Resolution No. 4000 on parking fees.

• Continued discussion of the Rogue Brewery loading zone request
• Review of Bayfront parking data collected to date
• Update on transitioning Bayfront parking management to the off-season program
• Approval of September 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Handouts include Mobile Pay and Pay Station revenue by month, FY 24/25 Parking Fund Budget, and Resolution No. 4000 – Parking Fees

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The City of Newport's Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group meets Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 1:00 PM in Council Chambers at 169 SW Coast Hwy. The agenda includes a Drinking Water Protection Plan Team meeting from 1-2 PM, followed by the Work Group meeting from 2-3 PM staffed by Suzanne de Szoeke with GSI Water Solutions. Members will consider approval of the August 20 and September 17, 2024 minutes and discuss updated potential draft recommendations, plus next steps and public comment. The agenda does not list any specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances.

• Drinking Water Protection Plan Team meeting, 1-2 PM
• Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group meeting, 2-3 PM, staffed by Suzanne de Szoeke with GSI Water Solutions
• Approval of August 20, 2024 and September 17, 2024 WSMCWG minutes
• Discussion of updated potential draft recommendations
• Public comment period

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold three public hearings: a nonconforming use permit for NW Natural's LNG plant cold box system, a 4-lot townhouse subdivision on Nye Street, and the Wilder Remainder Phase—a planned development involving subdivision and traffic impact analysis. Commissioners will also meet the new city manager.

• Public hearing on File #3-NCU-24: nonconforming use permit for new cold box system at NW Natural LNG plant
• Public hearing on File #2-SUB-24: 4-lot townhouse subdivision on Nye Street
• Public hearing on File #1 & 2-PD-24 / 1-SUB-24 / 2-TIA-24: Wilder Remainder Phase planned development and subdivision
• Introduction of City Manager Nina Vetter
• Approval of minutes from September 23, 2024 work session and regular session

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss FEMA flood insurance program compliance and updates to the municipal code regarding prohibited camping. The body will also review reports concerning the Grants Pass Supreme Court decision.

• FEMA National Flood Insurance Program Endangered Species Act integration
• Camping Municipal Code and prohibited camping
• Report on Grants Pass Supreme Court Decision
• Agenda calendar for upcoming work sessions

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2225 regarding the Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan. The body will also consider several administrative authorizations, including a winter shelter agreement and a real estate broker solicitation.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 2225 for the Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Lincoln County for $100,000 to operate the Winter Shelter Program
• Solicitation of a commercial real estate broker for a 2.3-acre Newport Urban Renewal Agency property at SE 35th and US 101
• Second Amendment to the agreement between the City of Newport and Georgia-Pacific Toledo LLC
• Authorization to accept a U.S. Consumer Protection Agency grant for the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Program

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will hear an introduction from new City Manager Nina Vetter and review a draft Park Use Agreement Handbook. The meeting also includes approval of September 4, 2024 minutes and routine committee business.

• City Manager Nina Vetter introduction and discussion (20 minutes)
• Review of draft Park Use Agreement Handbook (30 minutes)

Discover Newport Committee

The Discover Newport Committee is meeting to discuss and take action on several items, including a local event marketing grant for an art event, proposed changes to grant applications, and a brand/style guide. They will also discuss transient lodging room tax usage and continued destination development.

• Consideration and recommendation for Local Event Marketing Grant for Art Event submitted by Newport Park and Recreation
• Discussion of proposed changes to Local Event/Tourism Marketing Grant Fund Application/Agreement and Tourism Facilities Grant Application to incorporate marketing requirements
• Discussion of ORS related to Transient Lodging Room Tax usage
• Discussion and approval of Brand/Style Guide for Discover Newport
• Discussion on Discover Newport sign sponsorship at Visitors Center

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will discuss a proclamation for Community Planning Month, receive information on the Oregon Housing Needs Analysis (OHNA) rulemaking process, and review a draft scope of work for updating the city's System Development Charge (SDC) methodology. They will also update their work program. No decisions are expected as this is a work session.

• Proclamation for Community Planning Month
• Discussion of Oregon Housing Needs Analysis (OHNA) rulemaking process
• Scope of Work for updating SDC methodology
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission is meeting to initiate legislative amendments regarding limited land use provisions of SB 1537. The body will also hold a continued public hearing on comprehensive plan and zoning amendments to implement the updated Estuary Management Plan.

• Legislative amendments to implement limited land use provisions of SB 1537
• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan/Zoning Amendments for the Updated Estuary Management Plan (File #1 CP-24/1-Z-24)

Public Arts Committee

The Newport Public Arts Committee will interview three applicants for committee positions, discuss acquiring a Rick Bartow sculpture, and review the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. They will also get updates on the mural project and public art podcast, and consider approving plaques for two new art pieces.

• Interviews for Pat Maguire, Susan Tissot, and Wayne Patterson for committee positions
• Discussion on obtaining a Rick Bartow sculpture for Newport
• Update on the Mural Project and discussion on a mural welcoming visitors to Newport
• Overview of the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget for the Public Arts Committee
• Estimate and possible approval of plaques for two new art pieces

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee meets Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers, 169 SW Coast Hwy. Members will discuss a request from Rogue Brewery for a 20-minute loading zone, an update on the Bayfront Parking Management Program, and off-season e-permit fees for Bayfront Permit Zones A and B. The committee will also continue policy and outreach talks about a parking management program in Nye Beach, and take public comment on items not on the agenda.

• Rogue Brewery requests a 20-minute loading zone
• Update on the Bayfront Parking Management Program
• Off-season e-permit fees for Bayfront Permit Zones A and B under discussion
• Continued policy and outreach discussion for a Nye Beach parking management program
• Approval of the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group meets Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at 1:00 PM in Newport City Hall Council Chambers. The group will discuss information on committee structure, referencing a staff report and final report presented to Council on August 5, 2024, and hold a prioritization discussion on potential recommendations. Public comment is included on the agenda. The agenda notes it may be amended during the meeting.

• Discussion of committee structure work group, with staff report and final report presented to Council August 5, 2024
• Prioritization discussion of potential recommendations, referencing Newport_WG_Draft rec table_condensed_09-11-2024.pdf
• Public comment period
• Written public comment due four hours before the meeting; virtual comment requests due 24 hours prior

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 2222 and Resolution 4039 to facilitate construction of needed housing, aligning with state law SB 1537. The Council also will vote on joining the Lincoln County Water Systems Alliance (Resolution 4040) and appoint a work group to study council member stipends. Other business includes a presentation on commercial air service at the Newport Municipal Airport and authorization of a consultant agreement for airport engineering services.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance 2222 and Resolution 4039 relating to construction of needed housing
• Possible adoption of Resolution 4040 to enter membership in the Lincoln County Water Systems Alliance (LCWSA)
• Appointment of City Council Stipend/Compensation Work Group members
• Presentation of Volaire Aviation Consulting leakage and retention study for commercial air service at Newport Municipal Airport
• Authorization of an agreement with Precision Approach Engineering (PAE) as consultant of record for the Newport Municipal Airport

City Council Work Session

The City Council will conduct interviews with six applicants for the City Council Compensation Study Work Group. The body will also discuss the upcoming work session calendar and hold an executive session regarding litigation.

• Interviews for City Council Compensation Study Work Group
• Discussion of the Future Work Session Calendar
• Executive Session regarding current or likely litigation

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency will hold a routine meeting with public comment, consent calendar items (approving minutes and video links), and an executive director's report. The main substantive item is scheduling an executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(e) to discuss real property transactions. No other major decisions or proposals are listed.

• Approval of URA meeting minutes for 04-01-2024, 06-17-2024, and 08-19-2024
• Receipt of audio/video file links for minutes to be approved
• Scheduling an executive session to discuss real property transactions (ORS 192.660(2)(e))

Library Board

The Newport Library Board is meeting to discuss several items, including filling a high school student representative vacancy, reviewing committee structure recommendations, and updating policies for meeting rooms, art displays, bulletin boards, and free materials distribution. The board will also hear the librarian's report and approve minutes from the May 2024 meeting.

• High School Student Representative Vacancy and Interview Process
• Committee Structure for the City of Newport Committee
• Updated Meeting Room and Facility Use Policies
• Updated Policies for Art Displays, Bulletin Boards, and Distribution of Free Materials
• Approval of May 8, 2024 meeting minutes

Airport Committee

The Airport Committee will discuss and take action on the final report and recommendations from the Committee Structures Study Work Group. The body will also review the August 2024 operations report.

• Final Report and Recommendations from the Committee Structures Study Work Group
• Operations Report for August 2024
• Fees update 2024

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission holds a work session to review testimony and updates related to the Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan, including zoning ordinance amendments and a bibliography resource inventory. The meeting also covers proposed revisions to limited land-use decision-making procedures under SB 1537 and a work program update.

• Response to testimony from August 26, 2024 hearing on Comprehensive Plan and zoning updates for Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan
• SB 1537 revisions to Limited Land Use Decision Making Procedures (NMC Chapter 14 draft)
• Planning Commission Work Program update (9-5-24)
• Updated Estuary Chapter of the Comprehensive Plan (9.5.24)
• Updated Estuary Zoning Map

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review draft minutes, then discuss three items: introduction of new Aquatics Supervisor Chloe Hubbard, a Park Maintenance Division update, and a Forest Management & Ivy Removal Project update with a presentation. No votes or fiscal actions are on the agenda.

• Introduction of new Aquatics Supervisor Chloe Hubbard
• Park Maintenance Division update from Parks Supervisor Scott Bernards
• Forest Management & Ivy Removal Project update with presentation

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a residential beekeeping ordinance and the evaluation process for the City Attorney. Members will also review the work session calendar through January and receive an update on the strategic plan for workplace culture.

• Discussion of Residential Beekeeping Ordinance
• Evaluation process and forms for City Attorney
• Update on Strategic Plan for Strengthening Workplace Culture
• September to January work session calendar

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a regular session with a consent calendar including authorization to submit legislative priorities and acceptance of a $190,091 hazard mitigation grant for the Northside Fire Flow Improvement Project. Other items include discussion on public comment process, committee structure survey, financial forecast update, and a salary study for non-represented staff. Several proclamations are also scheduled.

• Accept $190,091 ODEM Hazard Mitigation Grant for Northside Fire Flow Improvement Project
• Authorize City Manager to submit LOC legislative priorities for 2025-2026 (lodging tax flexibility, infrastructure funding, etc.)
• Report and possible action on salary study for non-represented staff
• Update on financial forecast and financial strategy
• Council discussion on public comment process/forms

Discover Newport Committee

The Discover Newport Committee will discuss and take action on several items, including a staff report, continued discussion on banners/destination development/murals, a template for committee meetings, receipt of marketing reports for the Barrel to Keg Relay, and the local tourism facility grant application process. The agenda includes consent calendar approval of minutes and a chamber report.

• Approve minutes of July 23, 2024 meeting
• Continued discussion on banner/destination development/mural
• Receipt of marketing reports for Barrel to Keg Relay Local Event Marketing Grant Funds
• Discussion about Local Tourism Facility Grant Application Process
• Chamber report with room tax revenue comparison and budget reports

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding updates to the Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan and zoning adjustments related to the Governor’s Housing Bill (SB1537). The body will also review and approve minutes from four previous meetings held in June and July 2024.

• Public hearing on File 1-CP-24 / 1-Z-24: Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code amendments for the Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan
• Public hearing on File 3-Z-22: Zoning amendments to implement Governor’s Housing Bill (SB1537) provisions
• Approval of Work Session minutes from June 24, July 8, and July 22, 2024
• Approval of Regular Session minutes from June 24, 2024

60+ Advisory Committee

The 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss reports, review volunteer orientation packets, and assess progress on their FY 2024-2025 goals. The agenda includes standard items like approving minutes and public comments.

• Report from Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee
• Volunteer orientation packet review
• FY 2024-2025 Committee Goal Reports (Goals One through Five)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hear a progress report on the Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project and discuss a proposed FEMA Pre-Implementation Compliance Measure that integrates the National Flood Insurance Program with Endangered Species Act requirements. They will also review an update to their work program.

• Progress Report #2 on the Newport Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project
• Discussion of FEMA National Flood Insurance Program – Endangered Species Act Integration Pre-Implementation Compliance Measure
• Review of the Planning Commission Work Program update

City Center Revitalization Planning Committee

The City Center Revitalization Planning Committee meets Friday, August 23, 2024, at 2:00 PM in Newport City Hall Council Chambers, 169 SW Coast Hwy. The agenda covers existing conditions, real estate market conditions and trends, assets, barriers and opportunities, and continued discussion of desired outcomes and criteria for US 101 transportation solutions. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its June 28, 2024 meeting and take public comment. Handouts include a market analysis memo dated 08/15/24, US 101 circulation options, and a public involvement plan dated 08/16/24.

• Continued discussion of desired outcomes and criteria for US 101 transportation solutions
• Approval of the June 28, 2024 committee meeting minutes
• Real estate market conditions and trends review, with a market analysis memo dated 08/15/24
• Handout: US 101 Circulation Options
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee meets on August 21, 2024 to discuss parking issues. Discussion items include a request from Mo's for 20-minute parking on the Bayfront, an update on the Bayfront Parking Management Program, a vehicle immobilization enforcement program, and continued policy discussion for managing parking in Nye Beach. The committee will also approve minutes from its July 17, 2024 meeting and take public comment.

• Mo's request for 20-minute parking on the Bayfront
• Update on Bayfront Parking Management Program
• Parking enforcement vehicle immobilization program (NMC 6.50)
• Continued policy discussion on managing parking in Nye Beach
• Approval of July 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group meets Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM in Newport City Hall Council Chambers. The group will consider approving minutes from its June 18 and July 16, 2024 meetings and continue discussing potential recommendations. Members will also discuss next steps, and the public may comment. The agenda does not list any specific recommendations, dollar amounts, or decisions beyond these items.

• Approval of June 18, 2024 and July 16, 2024 Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group minutes
• Continued discussion of potential recommendations (document dated 08-09-2024)
• Discussion of next steps
• Public comment period

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to discuss and potentially act on two items: a quarterly update on the South Beach Project and a proposal to acquire a commercial building in the public right-of-way adjacent to 3607 S Coast Highway. The agenda includes a consent calendar and public comment period, but the main business is the property acquisition and project update.

• Quarterly South Beach Project Update from Project Manager Anna Iaukea
• Consideration of Purchase and Sale Agreement to acquire a commercial building in the public right-of-way adjacent to 3607 S Coast Highway

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a regular session including a consent calendar with a proposal to sell a hangar on Site K to Gingers Wings, LLC and enter a 15-year land lease, terminating an existing lease. The council will also consider resolutions reaffirming the city's Emergency Operations Plan and reestablishing a work group on council stipends and compensation. A public hearing is listed on the agenda but no specific subject is provided; it may be added during the meeting. Other items include a proclamation for Coast Guard Appreciation Month and a contract amendment for custodial services.

• Proclamation declaring August as Coast Guard Appreciation Month
• Consent to sale of hangar on Site K to Gingers Wings, LLC and 15-year land lease, terminate existing lease with Mugleston
• Resolution No. 4038 reaffirming City of Newport Emergency Operations Plan
• Resolution No. 4037 reestablishing a City Council Stipend/Compensation Work Group
• Authorization of Amendment No. 2 to custodial services agreement with Associated Cleaning Services

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review airport fee schedules and determine legislative priorities for 2025-26. The body will also discuss the work session calendar from August to January.

• Discussion on airport fees for vehicle and RV storage and landing fees
• 2025-26 LOC Legislative Priorities Ballot
• Future Work Session Agenda Calendar (August to January)

Airport Committee

The Newport Airport Committee will discuss and potentially act on a land lease to Chris Carlson (Ginger Wings LLC) for hangar site K. The committee will also receive the August 2024 operations report and hear public comments. The meeting includes routine approval of June minutes and a review of the committee's long-term goals.

• Land lease to Chris Carlson (Ginger Wings LLC) for hangar site K
• Operations report for August 2024
• Approval of June 11, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of committee goals including commercial airline service, industrial development, T-hangar expansion, solar panels, and FEMA partnership

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Newport Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meets to discuss public comments on sidewalks in the Whaler area, review city street projects, and receive updates on revitalization efforts and traffic studies. The meeting includes reports from staff and committee members, with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.

• Public comment on sidewalks in Whaler area (Nye Beach)
• Review of City Street Projects including Eads Intersection Site Plan
• City Center Revitalization Slide Show presentation
• South Beach Placemaking Project update
• Oceanview Drive speed limit ordinance discussion

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will hold discussion items on the 60+ Activity Center and committee updates, Big Creek Reservoir Trails from NEWTS and Oregon Rides, and a study group on committee structure. A quarterly department report for April–June 2024 will also be presented. No public hearings or votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• 60+ Activity Center & Committee Update by Sonia Graham and Ann Way
• Big Creek Reservoir Trails Update from NEWTS and Oregon Rides
• Committee Structure Study Group Update
• Department Quarterly Report: April–June 2024

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution No. 4035 to name six rooms at the Newport Performing Arts Center. The council will also consider approving a concession renewal with Hertz Corporation, a 25 mph speed limit on NW Oceanview Drive, a $203,228 crane truck purchase, and opting into a new opioid settlement. Other items include a committee structure report and a tourism marketing grant for the Newport Triathlon.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 4035 to name six rooms at the Newport Performing Arts Center
• Approval of concession renewal agreement with Hertz Corporation and authorization for City Manager to execute
• Consideration of Order No. 2024-1 confirming a 25 mph speed limit for NW Oceanview Drive between US 101 and NW 19th Court
• Authorization to purchase a 2025 Ford F550 crane truck for $203,228 from PB Loader Corporation
• Approval to opt-in to the new Kroger National Opioid Settlement

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to review the agenda calendar for upcoming months, discuss municipal approaches to building maintenance issues—including a potential rental housing maintenance code—and receive an update on Oceanview Drive operations and safety. They will also schedule an executive session to discuss real property transactions.

• Review of work session calendar from August to January
• Discussion of municipal approaches to building maintenance issues, with background materials from Medford, McMinnville, Wood Village, Gresham, and ChangeLab Solutions
• Feasibility assessment for a rental housing maintenance code (HPS Action Item)
• Oceanview Drive operations and safety update, including traffic studies
• Scheduling an executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(e) for real property transactions

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and potentially act on a recommendation from its actuary regarding the contribution methodology for the retirement system. The board will also review the quarterly investment market report and liquidity status, and receive an HR report on upcoming retirements. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion/action on HUB/Actuary recommendation for contribution methodology
• Quarterly investment market review and liquidity report for Q2 2024
• HR report on upcoming retirements
• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2024 meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024 at 9:30 AM

Discover Newport Committee

The Discover Newport Committee will discuss and possibly approve a tourism marketing grant for the Newport Triathlon, recommend projects for a $100,000 beautification budget, and review the Chamber of Commerce's annual report on activities funded by the transient room tax. They will also consider a KGW weather cam proposal and review the annual payment schedule for Discover Newport items.

• Consideration of Local Event/Tourism Marketing Grant for Newport Triathlon
• Discussion and recommendation of projects for $100,000 Beautification Budget
• Report from Chamber on DNC activities funded through Transient Room Tax
• KGW Weather Cam Proposal
• Review of Annual Payment Schedule for Discover Newport items

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to continue discussing amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance to implement the updated Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan. They will also review an updated schedule for the South Beach Island Annexation Project and receive an update on the Planning Commission's work program. No formal decisions are expected; these are discussion items.

• Continued discussion on Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance amendments for the Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan, with multiple public comments and documents attached
• Updated schedule for the South Beach Island Annexation Project, including project sheets and affected tax lots
• Planning Commission Work Program update for July 2024

Public Arts Committee

The Newport Public Arts Committee will review updates on local art projects including a potential Rick Bartow sculpture acquisition, mural progress, and Art Seen sculpture proposals. The committee will also discuss meeting frequency, budget expenditures, and plaque estimates for new artworks.

• Discussion on Obtaining a Rick Bartow Sculpture for Newport
• Update on the Mural Project -- Chasse Davidson
• Estimate and possible approval of plaques for two new pieces of art
• Discussion on frequency of Public Arts Committee expenditures and budget updates
• Update on Happiness Found Repairs

Audit Committee

The Newport Audit Committee is meeting to elect a chair and receive an update from the interim auditor on audit work. The agenda includes committee comments and public comment, but no specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Election of committee chair
• Auditor update from interim audit work

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee meets July 17, 2024 at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers, 169 SW Coast Hwy. The committee will discuss collection services for unpaid parking tickets, an update on the Bayfront Parking Management Program, and an initial review of policy considerations for creating a Nye Beach permit parking program. It will also consider recruiting to fill committee vacancies and take public comment. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of collection services for unpaid parking tickets, with handouts on T2 Systems collections scope, monthly collection rates, and an aging report by ticket type
• Update on the Bayfront Parking Management Program, with pay station and mobile pay transaction reports by location and a v9 management map
• Initial review of policy considerations for creating a Nye Beach permit parking program, with background materials and Hood River Residential Parking District Code (Chapter 14.42)
• Recruiting to fill committee vacancies
• Approval of minutes from the May 16, 2024 Parking Advisory Committee meeting

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The City of Newport's Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group meets Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 1:00 PM in Council Chambers at 169 SW Coast Hwy. The agenda includes a Drinking Water Protection Plan Team meeting from 1-2 PM and the work group meeting from 2-3 PM, staffed by Suzanne de Szoeke with GSI Water Solutions. Members will discuss potential recommendations (document dated 07-11-2024) and next steps, with time set aside for public comment.

• Drinking Water Protection Plan Team Meeting, 1-2 PM
• Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group Meeting, 2-3 PM, staffed by Suzanne de Szoeke with GSI Water Solutions
• Discussion of potential recommendations (Newport_WG_potential recommendations_07-11-2024.pdf)
• Next steps discussion
• Public comment period

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss proposed amendments to Ordinance No. 2222 to comply with Governor's Housing Bill (SB 1537). They will also consider a potential contract with T2 Systems for collection of unpaid parking citations. The meeting is a work session; no final decisions are expected.

• Discussion of amendments to Ordinance No. 2222 to implement SB 1537 housing requirements
• Potential contract with T2 Systems for collections of unpaid parking citations
• Review of upcoming work session meeting schedule from August to January

City Council

The City Council will consider approving an intergovernmental agreement to provide $250,000 in capital funding for the overnight homeless shelter at 351 SW 7th Street, as part of the consent calendar. Other notable items include a proposed amendment to the building lease with the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce at 555 SW Coast Highway, and a resolution to initiate naming of rooms at the Newport Performing Arts Center. A childcare service lease at the Newport Recreation Center is also on the agenda for the Local Contract Review Board.

• Approve $250,000 intergovernmental agreement with Housing Authority of Lincoln County for homeless shelter capital funding
• Amendment 2 to Agreement 301 with Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce modifying building lease at 555 SW Coast Highway
• Consideration of Resolution No. 4034 to initiate naming of rooms at the Newport Performing Arts Center
• Childcare service lease agreement at the Newport Recreation Center
• Proclamation designating July as Parks and Recreation Month

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will review the scope of work for the Water System Master Plan. The session also includes a review of public involvement plans and website content for the City Center Revitalization Plan. Additionally, the commission will receive an update on its work program and information regarding City Council motion rules.

• Scope of Work for Water System Master Plan
• City Center Revitalization Plan public involvement and web content
• Planning Commission Work Program update
• Information on City Council motion rules

City Council

The council will review reports on short-term rentals, utility billing policies, and street projects. The agenda also includes a public hearing for speed limits on NW Oceanview Drive.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Ordinance No. 2223 for NW Oceanview Drive speeds
• $560,000 contract award to Water Systems Consulting for Water System Master Plan
• Approval of City of Newport climate action strategies
• Potential adoption of Resolution No. 4032 regarding engineering standards
• Authorization to execute a lease agreement with FedEx at the Municipal Airport

City Center Revitalization Planning Committee

The City Center Revitalization Planning Committee is meeting to review its charter, project overview, plan goals and evaluation criteria, and targeted outreach efforts. The agenda includes approval of the May 31, 2024 minutes and public comment. No final decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily a working session.

• Approval of May 31, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of committee charter
• Discussion of plan goals, objectives, and evaluation criteria
• Targeted outreach discussion
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

Police Advisory Committee

The Police Advisory Committee will meet to conduct committee orientation and a tour of the Newport Police Department. The meeting also includes a report from the Director.

• Approval of March 27, 2024 minutes
• Committee orientation
• Tour of Newport Police Department
• Director's Report

Discover Newport Committee

The Discover Newport Committee will discuss several items including marketing fund rules and beautification dollars. The committee will also consider an extension for the Ernie Hopseker Otter Rock Radio Marketing Recap.

• Possible consideration of extension for Ernie Hopseker Otter Rock Radio Marketing Recap
• Amendment to Local Event Marketing Funds Program Rules/Application
• Discussion of Beautification Dollars for August Report to City Council
• Possible Meeting Change Schedule During Summer Months

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will consider starting a legislative process to implement the updated Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the June 10, 2024, work session and regular session meetings.

• Initiate legislative process to amend City Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code for Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan
• Approval of Planning Commission Work Session Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2024
• Approval of Planning Commission Regular Session Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2024

60+ Advisory Committee

The 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss routine business including approving May minutes, reviewing a Parks and Recreation program, and going over a volunteer orientation packet. The committee will also review its five goals for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and hear a supervisor's report. This is a regular advisory meeting with no major decisions or public hearings on the agenda.

• Review of Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee program
• Volunteer orientation packet review
• FY 2023-2024 Committee Goal Report covering five goals
• Supervisor's Report for June 2024
• Approval of May 29, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will conduct a second review of amendments to implement the updated Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan. The session also includes discussion of a Request for Proposals for a Water System Master Plan and an update on the Planning Commission Work Program.

• Second review of Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan amendments
• Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Water System Master Plan
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Public Arts Committee

The Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss several public art projects, including design concepts for the South Beach Placemaking Project, a potential Rick Bartow sculpture, and a dedication event for Pegasus by the Sea. They will also approve the minutes from the May 16 meeting and receive public comment.

• South Beach Placemaking Project design concepts with dla via zoom
• Juergen Eckstein Sculptures discussion
• Public Art Podcast discussion
• Pegasus by the Sea Dedication on June 22, 2024 at 4 pm
• Discussion on obtaining a Rick Bartow sculpture for Newport

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group will discuss aligning Newport's activities with the Mid-Coast Water Planning Partnership's Water Action Plan. The group will also discuss potential approaches for future monthly meeting topics.

• Approval of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of Mid-Coast Water Planning Partnership's Water Action Plan alignment
• Discussion of potential monthly meeting topic approaches
• Source Water/Drinking Water Protection Plan meeting with GSI and stakeholders

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will hold public hearings regarding the 2023-2024 supplemental budget and the 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. The agency will also consider adopting resolutions for appropriations and declaring a tax increment.

• Public hearing for Resolution No. 4031 regarding 2023-2024 fiscal year appropriation changes
• Public hearing for Resolution No. 4025 regarding the 2024-2025 budget and tax increment
• Approval of June 3, 2024, URA meeting minutes
• Approval of video links for previous meeting minutes

Airport Committee

The committee will review an air service presentation regarding potential ticket revenue. The meeting also includes discussions on rules of conduct and land lease agreements for hangar sites A3 and C-1.

• Air service presentation by the Economic Development Alliance of Lincoln County
• Review of airport rules of conduct
• Land lease with JFT Holdings, LLC for site A3
• Land lease for Jim Seavers hangar site C-1

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will discuss progress on the Newport Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project. The session also includes a follow-up review of amendments intended to facilitate the construction of needed housing.

• Progress report on the Newport Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project
• Review of amendments to facilitate construction of needed housing
• Discussion of Ordinance No. 2222 and SB 1537
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will review minutes from the May 13, 2024, meetings. The commission will also consider a final order regarding a variance for a single-family dwelling addition with a 5-foot setback.

• Variance (File No. 2-VAR-24) for a single-family dwelling addition with a 5-foot setback
• Approval of May 13, 2024, Work Session minutes
• Approval of May 13, 2024, Regular Session minutes

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will review design concepts for the South Beach Placemaking Project with Dougherty Landscape Architects. The agency will also schedule an executive session to discuss real property transactions.

• Review of South Beach Placemaking Project design concepts
• Scheduling of executive session to discuss real property transactions
• Approval of May 20, 2024, meeting minutes

City Center Revitalization Planning Committee

The City Center Revitalization Planning Committee is holding its first meeting to introduce members, review team roles, and hear a project overview from consultants. The committee will also elect a chair and vice chair and take public comment. This is an organizational kickoff rather than a decision-making session.

• Committee member introductions and discussion of desired outcomes
• Review of city and consultant roles and responsibilities
• Project overview presented by consultants
• Review of schedule and upcoming deliverables
• Election of committee chair and vice chair

60+ Advisory Committee

The 60+ Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss program reviews, upcoming events, budget matters, and progress on their FY 2023-2024 goals. The agenda includes several discussion items and a supervisor's report, but no formal decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee program review
• Dia de los Ninos and Bloom events discussion
• Budget discussion
• FY 2023-2024 Committee Goal Reports (Goals One through Five)
• Supervisor's May 2024 report

Budget Committee

The Newport Budget Committee will review and vote on the proposed 2024/2025 fiscal year budgets for the City of Newport and the Urban Renewal Agency, including tax levies and the fee schedule. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and discussion of the budget process.

• Approve City of Newport FY 2024-25 budget
• Approve General Obligation Bond tax levies for FY 2024-25
• Recommend Council approval of 2024-2025 fee schedule
• Approve Newport Urban Renewal Agency FY 2024-25 budget
• Approve tax levies for South Beach, Northside, and McClean Point urban renewal districts

Discover Newport Committee

The committee will interview two applicants, Kevin Lewis and Susan Armstrong. Members will also review proposals for Tourism Promotion Services and discuss budget updates and tourism marketing grants.

• Interviews for Kevin Lewis and Susan Armstrong
• Review of RFP for Tourism Promotion Services 2024
• Discussion of DNC Budget Update from Budget Committee Meeting
• Tourism Marketing Grant Oregon Rides application
• Report on LCHS Oregon Seaweed tourism grant advertising funds

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group will discuss aligning Newport's activities with the Mid-Coast Water Planning Partnership's Water Action Plan. The group will also review the Newport Risk Prioritization Table and discuss approaches for future monthly meeting topics.

• Review of Newport Risk Prioritization Table
• Discussion of Mid-Coast Water Planning Partnership Water Action Plan alignment
• Approval of April 16, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of potential monthly meeting topic approaches

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution No. 4021 for a supplemental budget and appropriations for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The meeting will also include a status report on agency projects from the Urban Renewal Project Manager.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 4021 (Supplemental Budget)
• Status report on Agency projects by Anna Iaukea
• Approval of May 6, 2024, URA meeting minutes

Parking Advisory Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will discuss the status of Bayfront parking meter and sign installations. Members will review preliminary data from the program's May 1 launch and updates to the MobilePay platform.

• Status report on Bayfront parking meter and regulatory sign installation
• Review of preliminary Bayfront parking program data since May 1
• Update on Bayfront MobilePay and 'Text to Park' platform changes
• Committee discussion regarding the Bayfront rollout

Public Arts Committee

The Public Arts Committee will review proposals from the ART Seen Program for the Cafe project. Members will also discuss funding for a mural request from Chasse Davidson and various other public art initiatives.

• Review and possible selection of art from ART Seen Program on Cafe
• Mural Request Funding for Chasse Davidson (VAC)
• South Beach RFP discussion
• Happiness Found Repairs discussion
• Reselection of Pegasus by the Sea dedication date

Budget Committee

The Newport Budget Committee is meeting to review the 2024-2029 forecast projections and the 2024-2025 fiscal year hit and wish list, as presented by the Budget Officer. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a public hearing/comment period at 6 p.m. No final budget decisions are on the agenda; this is a review and discussion session.

• Review of 2024-2029 forecast projections
• Review of 2024-2025 fiscal year hit and wish list
• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public hearing/comment at 6 p.m.

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission is holding a work session to review draft zoning amendments implementing the updated Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan, including proposed map and standard changes. They will also discuss an ordinance to implement adjustment provisions of Oregon's housing bill (SB 1537) and next steps for the City Center Revitalization planning process. No final decisions are being made at this work session; it is for initial review and discussion.

• Draft zoning amendments for Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan
• Proposed estuary zoning map and comparison of existing vs. proposed standards
• Ordinance No. 2222 implementing SB 1537 housing bill adjustment provisions
• Next steps for City Center Revitalization planning process
• Public comments from Annie Merrill and Carrie Connelly included

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will consider a final order for a sign variance for Harbor Freight and hold a public hearing on a variance to allow a 5-foot setback for a home addition. The meeting also includes approval of April minutes and public comment.

• Final Order and Findings of Fact for Harbor Freight Sign Variance (File 1-VAR-24)
• Public hearing on variance for single-family dwelling addition with 5-foot setback (File 2-VAR-24)
• Approval of April 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Library Board

The Library Advisory Committee will review the May 2024 Librarian's Report and discuss the American Library Association's 2024 report. The board will also discuss revisions to library policies 3.0 through 3.4 and the library's 3D printer policy.

• Review of March 13, 2024, and January 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Discussion of the State of America's Libraries 2024 Report
• Review of revised 3D Printer Policy
• Discussion of Library Policies 3.0-3.4

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss an engineer's report on Oceanview Drive and review a crash report, along with routine items like minutes approval and committee comments. Public comment is invited.

• Oceanview Drive Engineer's Report
• Crash Report (March)
• Approval of March 2024 minutes
• Committee appointment staff report

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency will review an Executive Director's report regarding the appropriation of funds. This funding is intended for the demolition of buildings located on urban renewal property.

• Appropriation of funding for demolition of buildings on urban renewal property

Public Arts Committee

The Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including the potential return of the Lofton sculpture, updates on the Public Art Archive, the Art Seen program, and a monthly podcast. They will also confirm a date for the Pegasus by the Sea dedication. The meeting includes approval of past minutes and public comment.

• Discussion about returning the Lofton Sculpture
• Public Art Archive Update
• Art Seen Program Released on CAFE
• Public Art Podcast Once a Month
• Confirm May 4th or May 18th for Pegasus by the Sea Dedication

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Retirement Board of Trustees will review actuarial reports and investment market updates. The board is also scheduled to discuss changes to retirement match and vesting, a new true-up policy, and bylaws regarding fund distribution.

• Actuarial Report from Hub International
• Report on Retirement Match and Vesting Change
• True up Policy for Retirement Match
• Review of Bylaws for Defined Benefit Plan fund distribution
• Quarterly Investment Market Review and Liquidity Report

Discover Newport Committee

The Discover Newport Committee will discuss the selection of a committee chair and vice chair. The body is reviewing a request for proposals for tourism promotion services and the 2024-25 fiscal year budget request.

• RFP for Tourism Promotion Services
• 2024-25 Fiscal Year Budget Request
• Selection/Nomination for Chair and Vice Chair
• Quarterly Rotating Banner Program graphic selection
• Marketing reports for Tourism Marketing Funds and Newport Pride Local Event Funds

Budget Committee

The Newport Budget Committee will review the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget, including a budget message from Budget Officer Spencer Nebel and a public hearing on state shared revenues. The committee will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes and take public comment on the proposed budget and the Urban Renewal Agency budget.

• Public hearing on state shared revenues for FY 2024-25
• Review of 2024-2025 proposed budget by fund
• 2024-2025 fee schedule (dated 04-22-24)
• Capital projects outlay request report for FY24-25
• Public comment on proposed city and Urban Renewal Agency budgets

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on a sign variance request for the Harbor Freight store, and will also discuss the 2024 legislative session's land use impacts and update its work program. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Continued public hearing on File No. 1-VAR-24: Harbor Freight sign variance
• Approval of April 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public comments from Mark Arnold (two items)
• Planning Commission Work Program update
• Discussion of 2024 Legislative Session and Land Use Legislation Report

60+ Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss applications from Angela Sutton and Cathie Rigby for the City Committee. Members will also review five goal reports for the 2023-2024 fiscal year and receive the April supervisor's report.

• Review of committee candidate applications for Angela Sutton and Cathie Rigby
• Discussion of FY 2023-2024 Committee Goal Reports (Goals One through Five)
• April 2024 Supervisor's Report

Parking Advisory Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will discuss the schedule for installing Bayfront parking meters and new regulatory signs. Members will also review the draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Parking Fund Budget and options for an electronic permitting rollout.

• Bayfront parking meter and regulatory sign installation schedule
• Draft Fiscal Year 2024/25 Parking Fund Budget
• Electronic permitting rollout and options
• Updated City parking website information

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The work group will review its objectives and discuss activities conducted to date. Members will also consider approving meeting notes from March 19, 2024, and discuss future strategies for the remainder of the group's term.

• Review of work group objectives
• Discussion of past water supply management activities
• Approval of March 19, 2024, meeting notes
• Planning for future work group activities

Airport Committee

The Newport Airport Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items, including a review of airport rules of conduct, a new land lease for Hangar E, a discussion on air service, and the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. The committee will also approve minutes from January and February 2024 meetings and receive operations reports for February and March 2024.

• Review of Airport Rules of Conduct, with draft and related documents
• New land lease for Hangar E to Zach & Autumn Border
• Discussion on air service operations and commercial certification
• Fiscal Year 2024-2025 airport fund budget and fee schedule
• Approval of minutes from January 9 and February 13, 2024 meetings

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a sign variance request (File No. 1-VAR-24) from Harbor Freight, and will also review minutes from previous meetings and discuss the work program. The meeting is a regular session with action items, public comment, and director comments.

• Public hearing on Harbor Freight sign variance (File No. 1-VAR-24)
• Approval of minutes from March 11 and March 25, 2024 meetings
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Newport Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals, update department rules of conduct, and explore community gardens in Newport. The agenda includes public comment, approval of minutes, and routine administrative items.

• Discussion of DEI goals and objectives for FY24-25
• Update to department rules of conduct, including trespass and weapons policies
• Discussion on community gardens in Newport
• Approval of March 6, 2024 committee minutes

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and review the Executive Director's report. A primary item involves authorizing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of urban renewal land at the northeast corner of US 101 and Southeast 35th Street.

• Authorization of an RFP for development of land at the northeast corner of US 101 and Southeast 35th Street
• Approval of March 04, 2024 URA Minutes
• Approval of March 04, 2024 Executive Session minutes

Police Advisory Committee

The Police Advisory Committee will meet to welcome new members and review committee history. The committee will also discuss its action plan, goals, and the Director's report.

• Welcome new members Sophia Solano, John Smithies, and Ana Robella
• Review of Committee History and Resolution No. 3991
• Discussion of Action Plan
• Discussion of Committee Goals
• Director's Report

Discover Newport Committee

The committee will review analytics and detail reports from Fox and Crown and the Chamber. Members will discuss a draft Request for Proposals (RFP) for tourism promotion services and receive updates on new ads and the Newport Dungeness Crab Trail website.

• Review of Draft RFP for Tourism Promotion Services
• Update on Newport Dungeness Crab Trail website
• Fox and Crown Analytics Report Feb 2024
• Chamber detail report for 7.01.23 to 02.29.2024

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to review draft Comprehensive Plan amendments that would implement the Estuary Management Plan, including an updated Yaquina Bay and Estuary section. They will also receive an update on their work program. Public comment was accepted in writing or virtually.

• Review of draft Comprehensive Plan amendments to implement the Estuary Management Plan
• Updated Yaquina Bay and Estuary section of the Comprehensive Plan
• Yaquina Bay Estuary Management Plan (August 2023 draft)
• Testimony from Mark Arnold (1.22.24 and 3.11.24) and Gil Sylvia (3.25.24)
• Planning Commission Work Program update

60+ Advisory Committee

The Newport 60+ Advisory Committee will interview two applicants for city committee positions and receive reports on its five annual goals for fiscal year 2023-2024. The meeting is procedural with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Interview with Angela Sutton for city committee position
• Interview with Cathie Rigby for city committee position
• Review of FY 2023-2024 Committee Goal Reports (Goals 1-5)

Public Arts Committee

The Public Arts Committee will discuss updates regarding the Westaf CAFE project and the Westaf Public Art Archive website. Members will also discuss a dedication date for the Pegasus by the Sea/Horse sculpture and the possibility of a monthly public arts podcast.

• Westaf CAFE update and pricing discussion
• Westaf Public Art Archive Website discussion
• Dedication date for Pegasus by the Sea/Horse sculpture
• Proposal for a monthly Public Arts Podcast
• Approval of February 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Parking Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding the Bayfront meter and permit parking program implementation. Members will also review loading zone needs along the Bayfront and establish goals for Fiscal Year 2024/2025.

• Update on Bayfront Meter/Permit Parking Program implementation
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2024/2025 goals
• Review of loading zone needs and issues along the Bayfront

Water Supply Management Conservation Work Group

The Water Supply Management and Conservation Work Group will discuss source water protection and staffing proposals. The group will also review the Water Smart alert system and communication procedures for meter malfunctions.

• Source water/Drinking Water Protection Plan meeting with GSI
• Recommendations on proposals for Work Group staffing
• Water Smart Alerts FAQ and live demo/signup
• Communication procedures for meter malfunctions
• Discussion on metering of City facility water use

Discover Newport Committee

The committee will review results from a beautification survey and examine various facade grant and loan programs. Members will also review and approve the Discover Newport Committee budget request for 2024-2025.

• Review of Beautification Survey results
• Review and approval of DNC 2024-2025 Budget Request
• Review of facade grant and loan program documents
• Public comment regarding a junk yard beautification complaint

Library Board

The Newport Library Board will discuss updates to policies governing the Teen Room and donations, set 2024 advisory committee meeting dates, review state library data, and consider relocating a garden program. Public comment will be heard.

• Discussion of 5.11 Policies Governing the Teen Room
• Discussion of 4.4 Donations Policy
• Library Advisory Committee meeting dates for 2024
• Review of Oregon Public Library Snapshot FY 2022-2023
• Juntos en el Jardín relocation to Newport Public Library

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review the Kittleson Report on NW Oceanview Drive, update its work calendar, and draft goals for 2024-2025. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes approval, committee comments, and public comment periods.

• Discussion of Kittleson Report on NW Oceanview Dr and related BPAC letter to City Council
• Update to 2024 work calendar
• Draft 2024-2025 goals and objectives
• Recruitment of new BPAC members
• Invitation to OTB Trail ribbon cutting on March 23 at 1 p.m.

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a regular session to approve minutes from previous meetings, hear public comments, and consider approval of the commission's goals for fiscal year 2024/25. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main action item being the goals approval.

• Approval of FY 24/25 Planning Commission goals
• Approval of minutes from Feb 26, 2024 work session and regular session
• Approval of amended minutes from Feb 12, 2024 regular session
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss implementation steps for SB 1537, the Governor's Housing Bill, and review a comparison with Ordinance 2222 revisions. They will also finalize fiscal year 2024/25 goals and receive a work program update. The meeting is primarily for discussion and planning, not final decisions.

• Discussion of SB 1537 'Governors Housing Bill' implementation steps
• Comparison of SB 1537 with current draft of Ord. 2222 revisions
• Finalized list of Fiscal Year 2024/25 goal setting
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Newport Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to interview a committee applicant, discuss a code of conduct, and review diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals. The agenda includes a report from the sports division and a discussion with a Yacht Club representative. No final decisions are scheduled; most items are discussions.

• Interview of committee applicant Miranda Carter
• Discussion with John Estabrook from the Yacht Club
• Sports Division Report by Zach Koprowski
• Review of draft Department Code of Conduct and NMC ch. 8.11 (Trespass in Public Places)
• DEI discussion related to department and committee goals

Budget Committee

The Newport Budget Committee is holding its preliminary meeting to review the proposed 2024-25 budget process, including financial reports, budget adjustments, and sustainability recommendations. They will also discuss City Council goals for the upcoming fiscal year and schedule deliberation meetings for the proposed budget. This is an initial overview session, with formal budget deliberations scheduled for April and May.

• Review of 2022-2023 financial statements and first 7 months of 2023-2024 fiscal year
• Discussion of modifications to the adopted 2023-2024 budget
• Ten-year review of city expenses, revenues, and net position
• Financial sustainability recommendations for the General Fund
• Review of policies on financial reserves and ending fund balance

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and video links. The agency will also discuss scheduling an executive session regarding real property transactions.

• Approval of February 20, 2024 URA Meeting Minutes
• Scheduling an Executive Session to discuss real property transactions
• Public comment from Norma Parrie

Discover Newport Committee

The committee will interview three applicants for committee membership and discuss tourism marketing services. The meeting includes a review of a marketing grant for Newport Loyalty Days and a beautification survey.

• Interviews for committee applicants Jeff Lichtman, Jeremy Burke, and Rachel Browning
• Consideration of Tourism Marketing Grant for Newport Loyalty Days
• Discussion on RFP for DMO/Tourism Marketing Services
• Review of Beautification Survey and possible plan for funds
• Update regarding advertising on social media and other platforms

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will consider a final order for a conditional use permit allowing a coffee shop in a water-related zone, and hold a public hearing on amendments to reduce code barriers for housing development as part of the city's Housing Production Strategy. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Final Order and Findings for Conditional Use Permit (File 1-CUP-24) for a coffee shop in W-2/Water-Related zone
• Public hearing on amendments (File 3-Z-23) to implement Housing Production Strategy, including code changes for housing development
• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024 regular session

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a work session to set goals for fiscal year 2024/25, including reviewing draft City Council goals and department updates. They will also discuss potential zoning standards for schools, referencing the city's zoning classification tables and map. The commission will receive an update on its work program.

• Fiscal Year 2024/25 goal setting, including draft City Council goals and CDD department goals
• Discussion of zoning standards for schools, referencing NMC Chapter 14 and the zoning map
• Planning Commission Work Program update as of 2-22-24

60+ Advisory Committee

The Newport 60+ Advisory Committee meets to review its fiscal-year 2023/2024 goals and receive the supervisor’s report. No substantive decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily procedural with public comment and scheduling.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will hold public hearings regarding a development agreement for property at 3335 S. Coast Highway and a supplemental budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. The agency will also review the consent calendar and the Executive Director's report.

• Public hearing on a Disposition and Development Agreement with Hallie Development Company for 3335 S. Coast Highway
• Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 4003 regarding a supplemental budget and appropriations for FY 2023-2024
• Approval of the February 05, 2024, meeting minutes

Public Arts Committee

The committee will review a staff report and conduct a budget prioritization exercise using a draft annual spending plan. Members will also discuss the naming of the Pegasus Found/Horse Sculpture and updates regarding the Public Art Archive Website.

• Budget prioritization exercise using draft annual spending plan
• Naming of Pegasus Found/Horse Sculpture
• Public Arts Podcast discussion
• Public Art Archive Website update
• Cafe Member Update

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice-chair, review draft goals and objectives for 2024-2025, and set its work calendar. They will also discuss the ODOT Safe Routes to School program, review recent crash reports, and hear updates on the Oceanview Drive assessment and committee recruitment.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair
• Review of draft Goals and Objectives for 2024-2025
• Discussion of ODOT Safe Routes to School Project Identification Program
• December 2023 and January 2024 crash reports
• Oceanview Drive assessment technical memorandum

Airport Committee

The Newport Airport Committee is meeting to discuss a solar farm update, air service survey results, and the January operations report. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and public comments. The committee's goals for the year include pursuing commercial air service, developing a commercial lease for the Airport Operations Area, constructing T-hangars, and other projects.

• Solar farm update with technical memos from HMMH
• Air service survey results and presentation from ASD YBEF
• January 2024 operations report
• OR 2025-2029 CIP Memo for Newport ONP
• Committee goals include commercial air service, T-hangars, solar energy, and parking plan

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a coffee shop in a W-2 Water-Related zone. The commission will also discuss updates related to Governor's housing bills SB 137 and SB 1537.

• Public hearing for File No. 1-CUP-24: Conditional Use Permit for a coffee shop in a W-2 zone
• Discussion of SB 137 Governor's Housing Bill
• Discussion of SB 1537 and related amendments

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee is meeting to conduct routine business, including electing officers, reviewing its charge, and setting goals for the upcoming fiscal year. The committee will also interview a candidate for a vacant seat and discuss a draft code of conduct. A report on community engagement for the Sam Moore Parkway playground will be presented.

• Interview of committee applicant John Wray
• Review of FY24-25 draft committee goals
• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Code of Conduct draft
• Sam Moore Parkway playground community engagement report
• Quarterly department report (Oct-Dec 2023)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider funding for NW Biggs Street improvements near the S.T.A.R.S. facility. The agency will also review a grant from the Oregon Business Development Department for asbestos abatement at 415-425 SW Coast Highway.

• Funding for NW Biggs Street improvements near 5840/5842 NW Biggs Street
• Acceptance of Oregon Business Development Department grant for asbestos abatement at 415-425 SW Coast Highway
• South Beach Urban Renewal District project update
• Approval of January 2, 2024, meeting minutes

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Retirement Board of Trustees will discuss the actuarial report and recommended budget funding. The board will also review the quarterly investment market and liquidity report. Additionally, an HR report regarding upcoming retirements will be presented.

• Actuarial Report and Recommended Funding for Budget
• Quarterly Investment Market Review and Liquidity Report
• HR Report on Upcoming Retirements

Police Advisory Committee

The Police Advisory Committee will meet to discuss committee vacancies and an applicant. The agenda also includes an update on the Action Plan and a report from the Director.

• Approval of September 27, 2023, minutes
• Committee vacancy update and interview of applicant Ana Robello
• Action Plan update
• Director's Report

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a legislative amendment to establish a 'Custom Creative Work' light-industrial use category. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its January 8, 2024 meetings, receive public comment, and discuss its work program and the Governor's housing proposal for the 2024 short session.

• Public hearing on File 2-Z-23: Legislative Amendments to Establish a 'Custom Creative Work' Light-Industrial Use Category
• Approval of minutes from January 8, 2024 work session and regular session
• Public comment from Mark Arnold and Jos Stoody
• Planning Commission Work Program update
• Discussion of Governor's Housing Proposal for 2024 Short Session

60+ Advisory Committee

The Newport 60+ Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, interview an applicant, vote on leadership, review the 60+ Center’s proposed 2024–25 fee schedule, and assess progress on 2023–24 goals. The committee will also receive a supervisor’s quarterly report and open the floor for public comments.

• Vote on Committee Chair and Co-Chair
• 60+ Center 2024/2025 Proposed Fee Schedule
• FY 2023/2024 Goal Review
• Applicant Interview - Dorinda Howden
• Supervisor's Report - 4th Quarter 2023

Public Arts Committee

The Newport Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including a staff report, a proposed repair for the 'Happiness Found' sculpture, a potential public art website, the annual spending plan, and submissions for the Art Seen rotating sculpture program. They will also review the installation of the Pegasus sculpture at the Performing Arts Center. The meeting is primarily for discussion and does not include final votes on these items.

• Discussion of repair and maintenance for 'Happiness Found' sculpture, including a personal services agreement with artist CJ Rench
• Discussion of annual spending plan/budget
• Review of Art Seen Program rotating art sculpture submissions
• Review of Pegasus sculpture installed at Performing Arts Center
• Discussion of Public Art Archive.org for a public art website

Parking Advisory Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will discuss the status of the courtesy electronic permit rollout and the implementation of mobile pay. Members will also receive updates on parking enforcement and the installation of Bayfront pay stations and regulatory signs.

• Status of the Courtesy Electronic Permit Rollout
• Update on Mobile Pay implementation
• Installation of Bayfront Pay Stations and Regulatory Signs
• Parking Enforcement update
• Review of Draft Resolution No. 4007 and Ordinance No. 2215

Library Board

The Newport Library Board is meeting to discuss the library's annual update, the Oregon Public Library Statistical Report, a proposed Library of Things policy, staff development plans, committee goals, and a new strategic plan for 2024-2029. Public comment is invited.

• Newport Public Library Annual Update
• Oregon Public Library Statistical Report FY 2022-2023
• Library of Things Policy and Lending Agreement
• Library Staff Development Day 2024
• Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2024-2029

Airport Committee

The Newport Airport Committee will meet to approve minutes from September and December 2023, discuss a new lease for Hangar site D3 with Michael & Karyn Vest, and review the January 2024 operations report. The agenda also includes public comment and committee comments.

• New lease for Hangar site D3 - Michael & Karyn Vest
• Approval of minutes from September and December 2023
• Operations report for January 2024

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will consider initiating legislative amendments to facilitate construction of needed housing, implementing the Housing Production Strategy (HPS). The commission will also review upcoming hearing details on Custom Creative Work Amendments and approve minutes from the December 11, 2023 meetings. Public comment is invited on items not on the agenda.

• Initiate legislative amendments to facilitate construction of needed housing (implementing HPS)
• Upcoming hearing on Custom Creative Work Amendments
• Approval of Planning Commission Work Session minutes from December 11, 2023
• Approval of Planning Commission Regular Session minutes from December 11, 2023

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss draft amendments to RV park standards and other code changes aimed at facilitating construction of needed housing. They will also discuss the HOLTE Homebuyer Incentive Program, the status of the City Center Revitalization Project, and update their work program. No final decisions are expected; this is a discussion-oriented meeting.

• Draft changes to RV park standards to facilitate housing construction
• Second review of amendments to facilitate needed housing
• Discussion of HOLTE Homebuyer Incentive Program
• Status update on City Center Revitalization Project
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes from the December 04, 2023, meeting. The agency will also review the annual audit for the Urban Renewal Agency.

• Approval of December 04, 2023, Urban Renewal Agency minutes
• Acceptance of the Annual Audit for the Urban Renewal Agency