Newport public meetings in 2025

Parking Advisory Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will review final plans and schedules for the Bayfront Sidewalk Improvement Project. Members will also discuss updates to the MobilePay platform and the implementation schedule for Nye Beach parking management.

• Review of Bayfront Sidewalk Improvement Project plans and schedule
• Overview of MobilePay parking payment platform changes
• Nye Beach parking management implementation schedule

Sister City Committee

The Sister City Committee will meet to nominate a Chair and establish a meeting cadence. Members will also review a resolution and discuss upcoming exchange dates and host families.

• Nomination of Committee Chair
• Review of Resolution No. 2025-07-22-016
• Discussion of April incoming exchange
• Discussion regarding host families

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for Planning Commission candidates. The meeting is scheduled for December 9, 2025.

• Planning Commission candidate interviews

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will review and act on a final order and findings for a minimum lot size adjustment. The body will also discuss an updated Planning Commission Work Program.

• Final Order and Findings for File #1-ADJ-25, 645-655 NW Nye Minimum Lot Size Adjustment
• Updated Planning Commission Work Program

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the Newport Recreation Center and receive an update on the 60+ Activity Center. The body will also review the committee ordinance for potential updates and discuss interview questions for student representation.

• Newport Recreation Center discussion with Recreation Superintendent Keeley Naughton
• 60+ Activity Center update from Bryn McCornack
• Review of NMC 2.05.040 Ordinance No. 2188 for updates
• Discussion of student representation interview questions
• Review of October 2025 Department Report

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to discuss the financial analysis of Big Creek Dam and review alternatives analysis. This is a discussion-only session with no formal decisions scheduled.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a supplemental budget for fiscal year 2025-2026 and the annexation of unincorporated territory in South Beach. The body will also consider several construction contracts and intergovernmental agreements.

• Public hearing for Resolution No. 2025-12-01-019 regarding a supplemental budget and appropriations
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2025-08 to annex unincorporated territory in South Beach
• Construction contracts for South Beach Placemaking Project, Large Onsite Septic System (LOSS), and South Beach Loop Path Improvements
• Design-build contract for US 101 & SE 40th Street traffic signal
• Professional services contract for Big Creek Dam Spillway Mitigation

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a supplemental budget resolution for fiscal year 2025-2026, along with two intergovernmental agreements with the City of Newport: one for a South Beach wastewater connection rebate program and another for the public art component of the South Beach Placemaking Project. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, consent calendar, and the executive director's report.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2025-12-01-020 making appropriation/total requirement changes for FY 2025-2026
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Newport for South Beach Wastewater Connection Rebate Program
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Newport for Public Art Component of South Beach Placemaking Project

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to review a draft intergovernmental agreement for a wastewater connection rebate program. The body will also discuss potential adjustments to vacation rental rules in South Beach and provide an update on the commission's work program.

• Draft IGA for South Beach Wastewater Connection Rebate Program
• Potential adjustments to South Beach vacation rental rules (Gary Gamer request)
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a minimum lot size adjustment request for properties at 645-655 NW Nye Street. The meeting will also include procedural actions such as approving previous meeting minutes and allowing public comment.

• Public hearing on File 1-ADJ-25: 645-655 NW Nye Street - Minimum Lot Size Adjustment

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting Ordinance No. 2025-07, which would create a City Center Design District form-based code. The meeting also includes a proclamation opposing U.S. ICE detention facilities and an executive session regarding real property transactions and litigation.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-07 to create a City Center Design District Form Based Code
• Proclamation opposing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention and processing facilities
• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Graduation recognition
• Executive session to negotiate real property transactions and consult on current or likely litigation

City Council Special Meeting Part 1

The Newport City Council convenes a special meeting at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers to conduct procedural items including roll call, public comment, and a report from the Mayor and Council. No substantive decisions or ordinances are listed on the agenda.

City Council Special Meeting Part 2

The Newport City Council convened a special meeting on November 12, 2025, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda included only procedural items such as a call to order, roll call, pledge of allegiance, public comment, and a report from the mayor and council. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or discussions were listed on the agenda.

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will meet to consider a final order and findings of fact regarding an appeal of the Wyndhaven Phase 3 Traffic Impact Analysis approval. The session includes standard procedural items and public comment.

• File No. 1-TIA-25-A1 & A2: Final Order and Findings of Fact for the Appeal of Wyndhaven Phase 3 Traffic Impact Analysis Approval

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to compare peak season parking statistics for the Bayfront from 2024 and 2025. The body will also discuss the scope of work for a Rental Housing Maintenance Program for Small and MidSize Cities.

• Bayfront Parking Statistics 2024 and 2025 Peak Season Comparison
• Scope of Work for Rental Housing Maintenance Program for Small and MidSize Cities
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to consider authorizing the use of Northside Urban Renewal District contingency funds for City Center revitalization efforts. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, a consent calendar, and the executive director's report. The meeting is open to the public with options for written and virtual comment.

• Authorization to utilize Northside Urban Renewal District contingency funds for City Center revitalization efforts
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total)
• Consent calendar for routine items
• Executive Director's report

City Council

The City Council will meet to review a Veterans Day proclamation and a committee interview process. The body is also deciding on two hangar lease agreements.

• Approval of T-Hangar 9 Rental Lease with Craig Thornton
• Approval of Ground Lease with Blue Water Construction for Hangar J
• Veterans Day Proclamation 2025

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss a potential bond initiative and amendments to the City Center Form-Based Code. The meeting also includes an executive session to evaluate employment-related performance of a public officer or employee.

• Discussion of a potential bond initiative
• City Center Form-Based Code amendments
• Executive session regarding employment-related performance evaluation
• Planning for future work sessions in November and December

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will approve minutes from a previous meeting and hold public hearings on a traffic impact analysis appeal and a South Beach Island annexation.

• Approval of October 13, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
• Continuation of appeal for Wyndhaven Phase 3 Traffic Impact Analysis
• Public hearing on South Beach Island Annexation

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees will hear a presentation on the city's actuarial valuation and discuss recommended funding for the budget. The board will also review a quarterly investment report, an HR update on upcoming retirements, and address a vacancy among trustee members. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Actuarial Report presentation by Hub International Great Plains Representatives
• Discussion of Actuarial Report and Recommended Funding for Budget
• Update on Trustee Members' Vacancy
• Quarterly Investment Market Review and Liquidity Report
• HR Report on Upcoming Retirement

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss Bayfront parking activity comparisons between 2024 and 2025 summer months, the progress of the Bayfront Sidewalk Improvement Project, and an outreach schedule for the Nye Beach paid parking rollout planned for summer 2026. The committee will also receive a parking enforcement update and consider approval of the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Comparison of Bayfront parking activity between 2024-2025 summer months
• Progress update on Bayfront Sidewalk Improvement Project
• Discussion of outreach schedule for Nye Beach paid parking rollout for summer 2026
• Parking enforcement update
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a regular session to approve routine leases, liquor license recommendations, and departmental updates. The meeting includes proclamations, a consent calendar for standard approvals, and reports from the City Manager and Mayor. No major policy decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of T-hangar 5 rental lease with Jeffrey Haagenson
• Favorably recommend OLCC off-premises sales license for SFO Forecast, Inc. at 501 NW Coast St.
• Approval of construction contract for Gravel Road Paving Project - Phase 1
• Adoption of Newport Addendum to the Lincoln County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Presentation of Oregon 2025-26 Regional Teacher of the Year

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to consider funding adjustments to the final round of South Beach urban renewal projects. The agenda includes public comment, a consent calendar, and the executive director's report, with the main action item being the funding adjustment proposal.

• Funding adjustments to final round of South Beach Urban Renewal Projects
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total)
• Consent calendar for routine items
• Executive Director's report

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for Toyota of Newport and hold public hearings regarding a traffic impact analysis appeal and City Center design code amendments.

• File No. 2-CUP-25: Final Order and Findings of Fact for Toyota of Newport Conditional Use Permit
• File No. 1-TIA-25-A1 & A2: Appeal of Wyndhaven Phase 3 Traffic Impact Analysis Approval
• File 4-Z-25: City Center Design Review District Form Based Code Amendments
• 2025-27 Department of Land Conservation and Development Policy Agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to possibly adopt ordinances amending the Newport Zoning Ordinance and the Public Facilities chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider a lease agreement with the Oregon Department of Forestry and design task orders for sidewalk and pedestrian improvements.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-06 regarding Newport Zoning Ordinance housekeeping amendments
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-05 regarding Wastewater Facilities and Goals and Policies in the Comprehensive Plan
• Lease agreement with Oregon Department of Forestry for the Joint Use Fire Resource Facility at 225 NE 73rd Street
• Task Order #17 for design work on the US 101: NW 25th to NW 36th Street Sidewalk Project
• Task Order #11 for enhanced pedestrian crossing at US 101 and NW 60th Street and improvements at US 101 and NW 57th Street

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss an update regarding the Destination Marketing Organization and Greenhouse Collaboratives. The body will also review a recap of the Oregon Legislative Session.

• Destination Marketing Organization update from Greenhouse Collaboratives
• Oregon Legislative Session recap

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss updates to coastal dune hazard maps and the Community Development Department website. The body will also review the 2025-27 Department of Land Conservation and Development Policy Agenda.

• Coastal Dune Hazard Map Updates
• Updated Community Development Department Website overview
• 2025-27 Department of Land Conservation and Development Policy Agenda
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a conditional use permit application for Toyota of Newport. The session includes a public hearing on the proposal.

• Public hearing for File No. 2-CUP-25: Conditional Use Permit for Toyota of Newport

City Council

The City Council will consider construction contracts for the NW Nye Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project and an amendment for the Effluent Outfall Dredging Project. The body will also review a resolution to fly a progress pride flag at city hall.

• Construction Contract for the NW Nye Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Contract Amendment for Effluent Outfall Dredging Project
• Resolution to fly a progress pride flag at city hall from September 15 to September 30, 2025
• Sister City Committee Recommendation for Appointment
• Big Creek Dam Update and Council Liaison Request

City Council Special Meeting

The Newport City Council will hold a special meeting to administer the oath of office for 2025. The agenda is limited to this procedural item and adjournment.

• Oath of Office for City Council 2025
• Meeting to be held at City Hall, 169 SW Coast Hwy

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session with only procedural items on the agenda. No decisions or discussions of substance are scheduled.

City Council

The City Council will continue a public hearing on amending the Comprehensive Plan for city center revitalization. The body will also consider airport lease adjustments and several wastewater and water treatment infrastructure projects.

• Continued hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-04 regarding City Center Revitalization
• Authorization to pursue Oregon Department of Energy Community Renewable Energy Program Grant
• Amendment to Intergovernmental Agreement with Pacific Communities Health District for NW Biggs Street improvements
• Appointment of a City Councilor to fill a vacancy
• Contract reviews for Nye Beach Pump Station, WTP Clearwell Remediation, and Northside WWTP improvements

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to interview candidates running for city council seats. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• City Council Candidate Interviews

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to consider appropriating funds to cover the city's costs for improving and extending NW Biggs Street between NW 58th and NW 60th Streets. The agenda also includes routine items such as public comment, a consent calendar, and the executive director's report.

• Appropriation of funds for NW Biggs Street improvement and extension between NW 58th and NW 60th Streets
• Consent calendar for routine approvals
• Executive Director's report
• Public comment period

Sister City Committee

The Newport Sister City Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the 2026 adult and youth exchange programs, a presentation on the Sister City relationship, and current committee vacancies. This is a routine informational and administrative meeting with no decisions or public hearings listed.

• 2026 Adult and Youth Exchange update
• Sister City Relationship Presentation
• Update on Committee Vacancies

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a regular session to approve past meeting minutes and conduct two public hearings. One hearing covers amendments to the Wastewater Section of the Comprehensive Plan, and the other addresses housekeeping changes to the Zoning Ordinance.

• File No. 2-CP-25: Amendments to Wastewater Section of Comprehensive Plan
• File No. 3-Z-25: Draft Zoning Ordinance Housekeeping Amendments
• Approval of July 28, 2025 Work Session and Regular Session Minutes
• Approval of August 11, 2025 Work Session Minutes

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission will discuss a 2025 Oregon legislative update and review design guidelines for the City Center Revitalization Plan during a work session. An informational orientation for council members will also be provided.

• Review City Center Revitalization Plan Design Guidelines
• 2025 State of Oregon Legislative Update
• Community Development Orientation for Council (Informational Only)
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

Parking Advisory Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee will discuss preliminary plans for the Bayfront Sidewalk Improvement Project. Members will also review potential parking changes in Nye Beach and the impact of City Center Revitalization planning on the parking district.

• Review of preliminary Bayfront Sidewalk Improvement Project plans
• Discussion of Nye Beach parking changes for October outreach
• Review of City Center Revitalization Planning impacts on the Parking District
• Discussion regarding a Public Arts Committee proposal for Bayfront sculptures
• Discussion of parking enforcement issues

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a regular session with a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-04, which proposes amendments to the Newport Comprehensive Plan to implement City Center Revitalization recommendations. The meeting will also include a presentation by Agape Respite Center, a consent calendar, and a report from the City Manager on a youth sports facility use agreement and the initiation of an annexation process for unincorporated areas in South Beach.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2025-04 to amend Newport Comprehensive Plan for City Center Revitalization
• Approval of City of Newport’s Facility/Park Use Agreement for Youth Sports Associations
• Initiate annexation process and apply urban zoning to unincorporated pockets of land in South Beach
• Agape Respite Center Presentation
• Monthly department reports and FY24-25 Year in Review

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the status of capital projects for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The meeting includes a report from the City Manager.

• FY24-25 Capital Projects Update

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to receive updates on the South Beach Urban Renewal District and the South Beach Placemaking Plan. The agenda is largely informational, with the main substantive items being staff reports on these two South Beach initiatives. No votes on specific projects or contracts are listed on the agenda.

• South Beach Project Update
• South Beach Placemaking Plan Update
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total)
• Consent calendar for routine items

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss form-based code concepts for the City Center Design Review District. The body will also review a proposed annexation boundary map and zoning for South Beach Island.

• City Center Design Review District Form Based Code Concepts
• South Beach Island Annexation Boundary Map and Proposed Zoning
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

City Council

The City Council will discuss a request to use the Affordable Housing Excise Tax Fund to pay system development charges for a transitional housing project. The body will also review contracts for dam analysis and a neighborhood dog park.

• Request by Hope Rises Village to pay System Development Charges from the Affordable Housing Excise Tax Fund
• Approval of Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with Oregon Parks & Recreation Department
• Acceptance of ICMA Economic Mobility & Opportunity Special Assistants Program Grant
• Contract for Big Creek Dam Alternative Analysis
• Contract for Agate Beach Neighborhood & Dog Park Project

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss amendments to the Comprehensive Plan policy regarding the City Center Revitalization Plan. The meeting also includes a review of the agenda calendar and an executive session.

• City Center Revitalization Plan Comprehensive Plan Policy Amendments

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding comprehensive plan amendments for city center revitalization. The body will also consider initiating the legislative process for related form-based zoning amendments.

• Public hearing for 3-CP-22: City Center Revitalization Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Proposed initiation of legislative process for City Center Revitalization Plan Form-Based Zoning Amendments

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to review form-based code concepts for the City Center Design Review District. The body will also receive an update on the Planning Commission Work Program.

• City Center Design Review District Form Based Code Concepts
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss and potentially act on the 6 Plus 6 Defined Contribution Plan Retirement Handbook, review the quarterly investment market and liquidity report, and hear an HR report on upcoming retirements. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes from the April meeting and setting the next meeting date. No major policy decisions or large contracts are listed.

• Discussion/action on 6 Plus 6 Defined Contribution Plan Retirement Handbook
• Q2 Investment Review and Liquidity Report from Columbia Trust
• HR report on upcoming retirement
• Approval of minutes from 04/24/2025 meeting

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to review a 7-year financial strategy and receive an update from the Community Development Department. The meeting includes an executive session for labor negotiations.

• 7-Year Financial Strategy discussion
• Community Development Department update
• Executive session for labor negotiations per ORS 192.660(2)(d)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding geologic hazards reports and review several infrastructure contracts. The body is also deciding on airport leases, a telecommunications franchise agreement, and a labor agreement with the Newport Employees Association.

• Public hearing for Ordinance 2025-03 regarding geologic hazards reports
• New ground lease for Hangar G with Otter Rock Aero, LLC
• Petition to form Wastewater Local Improvement District for 2305 and 2328 NW Pacific Street
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Oregon State University for SE 40th Street Storm Drainage Pond dredging
• Contract reviews for Underbay Waterline, Big Creek Bridge Repair, and NW 10th Street Storm Sewer projects

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will consider initiating the legislative process for two sets of amendments. These include housekeeping changes to the Zoning Ordinance and updates to the Wastewater Section of the Comprehensive Plan.

• Initiate legislative process for Draft Zoning Ordinance Housekeeping Amendments
• Initiate legislative process to amend the Wastewater Section of the Comprehensive Plan

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss updates to the city's zoning ordinance and wastewater treatment master plan. These items are listed as new business for the commission's review.

• Zoning Ordinance Housekeeping Amendment Package
• Wastewater Treatment Master Plan Amendments

Sister City Committee

The Newport Sister City Committee is meeting to reorient members, review its purpose, and kick off planning for its 60th anniversary. The agenda is mostly procedural and discussion-focused, with no formal decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Committee reorientation and purpose review
• 60th Anniversary Planning Kickoff
• Next steps discussion

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss initiating the legislative process for updates to the City Center Revitalization Plan. The session also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Initiation of the legislative process to implement City Center Revitalization Plan updates

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to receive updates on the Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project and discuss amendments for City Center Revitalization. The body will also review the Planning Commission Work Program.

• Update on Comprehensive Plan Streamlining Project
• City Center Revitalization Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• Review of Draft Comprehensive Plan chapters 0 through 11
• Discussion of Draft City Center Activation Action Plan dated May 2025
• Planning Commission Work Program Update

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss results of the Bayfront parking survey, scope of the Bayfront sidewalk enhancement project, outreach for the Nye Beach parking management program, and parking code enforcement issues. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Bayfront parking survey results
• Bayfront sidewalk enhancement project scope
• Nye Beach parking management outreach schedule
• Parking code enforcement issues
• Approval of May 21, 2025 minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the fiscal year 2025-2026 budget, fee schedule, and ad valorem taxes. The body is also considering financing for urban renewal projects and several professional service contracts.

• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget and Appropriations (Resolution No. 2025-06-16-011)
• Imposing and categorizing ad valorem taxes for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (Resolution No. 2025-06-16-008)
• Adopting a Fee Schedule for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2025 (Resolution No. 2025-06-16-010)
• Full Faith and Credit Financing for Urban Renewal Projects (Resolution No. 2025-06-16-016)
• Contracts for building plan review with Clair Company, Inc. and NW Code Professionals, LLC

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to adopt several resolutions, including authorizing indebtedness for South Beach Urban Renewal Plan projects, making appropriation changes for the current fiscal year, and adopting the budget and declaring a tax increment for fiscal year 2025-2026. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of prior meeting minutes, and the executive director's report.

• Resolution No. 2025-06-16-017 authorizing indebtedness for South Beach Urban Renewal Plan projects
• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2025-06-16-012 for 2024-2025 fiscal year appropriation changes
• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2025-06-16-013 adopting the 2025-2026 budget and declaring tax increment
• Approval of URA meeting minutes from February 18 and April 21, 2025

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to discuss upcoming agenda items for July and August. The body will also receive a 30% design update regarding the Big Creek Dam.

• Big Creek Dam 30% Design Update
• Review of July and August work session agenda items

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding File #2-Z-25. The body is considering changes to the Geologic Hazards Code specifically concerning which parties are qualified to prepare reports.

• Public hearing for File #2-Z-25: Changes to Geologic Hazards Code Regarding Parties Qualified to Prepare Reports

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will review the 2025-2026 committee calendar and a draft Park Use Agreement document. The meeting includes a presentation by Centro de Ayuda and a discussion regarding the 60+ Activity Center.

• Presentation by Centro de Ayuda
• 60+ Activity Center update and discussion
• Review of Park Use Agreement Document
• Review of 2025-2026 Committee Calendar
• Discussion on possible Community Partners

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss draft amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Development Code for City Center Revitalization. The body will also review results from a Bayfront parking survey and lobbying items from the League of Oregon Cities.

• Draft Comprehensive Plan and Development Code amendments for City Center Revitalization
• Bayfront Parking Survey results
• League of Oregon Cities Bulletin lobbying items

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 2025-02 concerning boards and commissions. The body will also review resolutions regarding DEQ loans and fireworks restrictions.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 2025-02 relating to Boards and Commissions
• Resolution No. 2025-06-02-014 to accept loans from the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
• Resolution No. 2025-06-02-015 restricting fireworks use
• Oceanview Drive speed hump recommendation
• Newport Chamber of Commerce windows and doors replacement project

Planning Commission Work Session-Part 1

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss updates to the City Center Revitalization Plan. The session includes reviews of form-based code, public-private partnerships, and public investments.

• City Center Form Based Code (Urbsworks Memo #9)
• Public-Private Partnerships (ECOnorthwest Memo #7)
• Public Investments (Memo #6)
• Draft Minutes from CCRP Advisory Committee Meeting #6

Planning Commission Work Session-Part 2

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss updates to the City Center Revitalization Plan. The session includes reviews of form-based code, public-private partnerships, and public investments.

• City Center Form Based Code (Urbsworks Memo #9)
• Public-Private Partnerships (ECOnorthwest Memo #7)
• Public Investments (Memo #6)
• Draft Minutes from CCRP Advisory Committee Meeting #6

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will meet to consider a final order regarding a conditional use permit. The session includes a decision on the use of Foursquare Church as a private junior and senior high school.

• File #1-CUP-25: Final Order for Conditional Use of Foursquare Church as Private JR/Senior High School

City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup

The City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup is meeting to review options for council stipends. The discussion will be informed by input from workgroup members and the City Benefits Workgroup.

• Consideration of Council Stipend Options

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss parking management along the Bayfront, including a 12-month update on turnover and revenues, a proposed transition from weekend-only to seven-day-a-week parking management, and an online survey of Bayfront businesses. The committee will also review parking code enforcement issues. Public comment is invited.

• 12-month update on parking turnover and revenues for the Bayfront
• Transition from weekends only to seven days a week for Bayfront parking management
• Review of online survey conducted with Bayfront businesses
• Parking code enforcement issues
• Approval of March 19, 2025 meeting minutes

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee is meeting to review and approve the proposed City of Newport budget and tax levies for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The body will also consider the Newport Urban Renewal Agency budget and associated tax levies for three districts.

• Proposed Budget for the City of Newport (July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026)
• City's General Obligation Bond Tax Levies for 2025-2026
• Proposed Fee Schedule for 2025-2026
• Newport Urban Renewal Agency Budget and Tax Levies
• Tax Levies for South Beach, Northside, and McClean Point Urban Renewal Districts

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to revise building, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permit plan review and inspection fees. The body will also discuss a drinking water protection plan and various infrastructure projects.

• Resolution No. 2025-05-19-004: Revising Building, Plumbing, Electrical, and Mechanical Permit Plan Review and Inspection Fees
• Recommendation for a Full On-Premises Commercial License for SBH Newport LLC
• South Beach Loop Path Improvements Project
• Newport Chamber of Commerce Windows and Doors Replacement Project
• 2025 Consultant of Record Roster

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to review a League of Oregon Cities bulletin on lobbying items, receive a fire department update, and begin a discussion on potential future stipend or compensation changes for council members. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• League of Oregon Cities Bulletin - Lobbying Items
• Fire Department Update
• Potential Future City Council Stipend/Compensation Discussion

City Center Revitalization Planning Committee

The City Center Revitalization Planning Committee is meeting to discuss the city center plan and code amendments, along with investments and incentives. They will also review outreach results from the second round of public engagement. The meeting includes public comment and next steps for the revitalization effort.

• Approval of February 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Round 2 outreach results presentation
• Discussion of city center plan and code amendments
• Investments and incentives discussion
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person)

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use application for the Foursquare Church to operate a private junior and senior high school. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its April 28 work session and regular session.

• Public hearing on File #1-CUP-25: Conditional use of the Foursquare Church as a private junior & senior high school
• Approval of Planning Commission Work Session Minutes of April 28, 2025
• Approval of Planning Commission Regular Session Minutes of April 28, 2025

Planning Commission Work Session

This is a work session where the Newport Planning Commission will receive updates on the City Center Revitalization Plan and discuss its own work program. No public hearings or votes are scheduled; the agenda is focused on review and discussion.

• Update on City Center Revitalization Plan, including adoption phase schedule
• Review of April public event summary from JLA Public Involvement
• Discussion of Form Based Comprehensive Plan and Development Code Changes by Urbsworks
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss several items, including a review of the committee charge for 10 minutes and fiscal year 2025-2026 goal setting for 20 minutes. They will also discuss a dedicated agenda item for the 60+ Activity Center, review a draft park use agreement, and receive an update on recreational immunity. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are discussion only.

• Review of Committee Charge (10 min)
• Committee Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Goal Setting (20 min)
• 60+ Activity Center Dedicated Agenda Item (20 min)
• Park Use Agreement Document Review (20 min)
• Recreational Immunity Update (15 min)

City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup

The City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup is meeting to review council stipends in peer Oregon cities. The group will discuss potential compensation options and employee benefits for City Council members.

• Review of Council stipends in peer Oregon cities
• Overview of City Council stipend options and employee benefits
• Discussion on potential compensation and stipend options

City Council

The City Council will consider a rate review report for Thompson's Sanitary Service Inc. and review grant applications from non-profit social service agencies. The meeting also includes tourism marketing grant applications and several community proclamations.

• Thompson's Sanitary Service Inc. 2025 Rate Review Report
• Non-Profit, Social Service Agency Grant Applicants for approval
• Tourism Marketing Grant application from Arcoiris Cultural
• Tourism Marketing Grant application from Oregon Rides & Events, LLC
• Police Week and Older Americans Month proclamations

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss specific city updates and legislative items. The meeting includes a review of traffic on Oceanview and lobbying items from the League of Oregon Cities.

• Oceanview Traffic Update
• League of Oregon Cities Bulletin lobbying items
• City Table at Events

Budget Committee

The Budget Committee will review the proposed balanced budget and the 2025-2026 budget document. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding state shared revenues.

• Review of 2025-2026 Proposed Budget Document
• Public hearing on State Shared Revenues

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to review a draft amendment regarding parties qualified to prepare geologic hazard reports. The body will also discuss a potential partnership with the UO Sustainable City Program and a Municode review proof.

• Draft amendment to NMC Chapter 14.21 (Geologic Hazards) regarding qualified report preparers
• Potential partnership with UO Sustainable City Program
• Feedback on Municode Review Proof
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will meet to consider initiating amendments to the Geologic Hazards Code. The discussion focuses on the parties qualified to prepare reports.

• Initiate amendments to Geologic Hazards Code regarding parties qualified to prepare reports

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss replacing trustee David Heater, and set committee goals for fiscal year 2025-26. They will also review a member question on foreign investments and hear a Q1 2025 investment market report from Columbia Trust, along with an HR update on an upcoming retirement. The meeting is a routine administrative session with no major decisions expected beyond these items.

• Review of David Heater replacement
• Committee Goals for FY 25-26
• Member question regarding foreign investments
• Investment Market / Liquidity Review - Columbia Trust (2025 Q1 Report)
• HR report on upcoming retirement

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adoption of Ordinance 2025-01, which would amend the Newport Comprehensive Plan Map and Zoning Map to facilitate construction of multi-family housing. The meeting also includes a consent calendar, a city manager's report on the Big Creek Dam update, and multiple contract authorizations for infrastructure projects.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2025-01 to amend Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map for multi-family housing
• Resolution to authorize three additional fixed stand vending licenses at the west end of the Bayfront Boardwalk
• Authorization of contract for South Beach Utility Undergrounding Phase 3
• Authorization of Addendum No. 1 for design services for Agate Beach Neighborhood and Dog Park Improvement Project
• Consent calendar item: favorable recommendation to OLCC for a Limited On-Premises Sales license for RAD Cycleworks, LLC at 150 NW 6th St. due to change of ownership

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to consider routine business, including a consent calendar and a request for additional funding related to an improvement agreement. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the additional funding request.

• Additional Funding Request for Improvement Agreement
• Consent Calendar
• Public Comment period
• Executive Director's Report

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss resiliency and backup power. The meeting includes updates from the Parks & Recreation Department and a discussion on League of Oregon Cities lobbying items.

• Discussion on resiliency and backup power
• League of Oregon Cities and lobbying items
• Parks & Recreation Department update
• Executive session to consult with counsel regarding current or likely litigation

City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup

The City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup is meeting to review reports and data regarding elected official pay. The group will examine compensation surveys and reports from other Oregon cities and focus groups.

• League of Oregon Cities Elected Official Compensation Survey Report
• Compensation data from other Oregon cities
• Our Ambassadors Oregon's BIPOC Former Electeds Focus Group Report
• City of Bend Council Compensation Review Committee report

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss Tech Memos #6 and #7 of the City Center Revitalization Plan, covering public investment and incentives/partnerships. They will also review and adopt the commission's goals for the 2025-26 fiscal year and receive an update on 2025 state land-use legislation.

• City Center Revitalization Plan - Public Investment (Memo #6) and Incentives & Public/Private Partnerships (Memo #7)
• Update on 2025 State Land Use Related Legislation (Round 2)
• Review and adopt FY 25-26 Planning Commission Goals
• Distribution of Municode Review Proof

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially adopt the integrated goals for the 2025-26 fiscal year. The session also includes the approval of minutes from the March 24, 2025, work session and regular session.

• Potential adoption of Planning Commission FY 25-26 Goals

City Council Work Session

The City Council will discuss implementing parking demand management in the Nye Beach area, including potential fee structures and policy changes. They will also receive legislative updates from the League of Oregon Cities. The meeting includes an executive session to consult with legal counsel on litigation matters.

• Discussion of draft Resolution on Nye Beach parking fees
• Review of Ordinance 2163 adopting City Parking Policies
• Staff memo and FAQ on Nye Beach parking changes
• League of Oregon Cities legislative updates and requests
• Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(h) for litigation consultation

City Council

The Newport City Council will vote on approving Amendment No. 1 to an ODOT grant for the City Center Revitalization Plan. They will also consider reallocating funds from a kiosk project to the Sam Moore Parkway Landscape Project, establishing a full-time building attendant at the Recreation Center, and amending an IGA with the Pacific Communities Health District. A letter of support for updating Lincoln County's tobacco-free properties policy is also on the agenda.

• Approval of Amendment No. 1 to ODOT grant for Newport City Center Revitalization Plan
• Reallocation of Ocean to Bay Kiosk Replacement Project funds to Sam Moore Parkway Landscape Project
• Authorization to establish a full-time Building Attendant position at Newport Recreation Center
• Amendment of IGA with Pacific Communities Health District
• Letter of support for updating Lincoln County's Tobacco-Free Properties Policy

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will hear a quarterly report from the 60+ Center, discuss filling a vacant seat, and receive a training session on the City Tree Board. The committee will also review the February 2025 department report and approve previous meeting minutes.

• 60+ Center Quarterly Report by Interim Supervisor Peggy O'Callaghan
• Vacant Seat Discussion on the committee
• City Tree Board Training session
• Approval of March 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• February 2025 Department Report from the Director

City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup

The Newport City Council Stipend/Compensation Workgroup is meeting to discuss and potentially act on Resolution No. 4037, which likely concerns council member stipends or compensation. The agenda includes a staff report, a review of Oregon Government Ethics Law, and an orientation to local government, indicating an early-stage discussion rather than a final decision.

• Resolution No. 4037 on council stipend/compensation
• Review of Oregon Government Ethics Law guide
• Orientation to local government and civic education toolkit
• City Manager presentation
• Public comment accepted via email or virtual request

Budget Committee

The Newport Budget Committee will hold a procedural meeting to review the proposed 2025-26 budget process, discuss financial reports, and elect officers. No decisions are scheduled; this is an informational session.

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a comprehensive plan and zone change for a 1.48-acre property at 840 NE Iler Street. They will also discuss a Lincoln County Goal 18 Exception Application and report. The meeting begins with approval of past meeting minutes and includes a public comment period.

• Public hearing on File No. 1-CP-25/1-Z-25: Comprehensive Plan and Zone Change for 1.48 acres at 840 NE Iler Street
• Director comments on Lincoln County Goal 18 Exception Application and report
• Approval of work session minutes from January 13 and January 27, 2025
• Approval of joint City Council and Planning Commission work session minutes from March 10, 2025

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will review goals for the FY 25-26 Council-Commission cycle. Members will also discuss public survey questions and incentives for the City Center Revitalization Plan.

• FY 25-26 Council-Commission Goals review
• Online survey questions for City Center Revitalization Plan Public Event #2
• City Center Revitalization Plan incentives and public/private partnerships
• Planning Commission Work Program update

Parking Advisory Committee

The Parking Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss parking-related items, including the introduction of a new parking enforcement officer, an update on Nye Beach outreach, and a draft resolution on parking fees. The committee will also consider questions for a Bayfront parking survey and set goals for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

• Introduction of new Parking Enforcement Officer
• Review draft Nye Beach Parking Fee Resolution
• Questions for Bayfront Parking Survey
• Fiscal Year 2025-26 Goal Setting Discussion

City Council

The Newport City Council holds a regular session with public comment, proclamations, and a consent calendar. Key decisions include authorizing a letter of support for HB 2153 (aviation fuel tax), reallocating City Hall landscape funds to Agate Beach Park, and approving contracts for park design and City Attorney recruitment. The council will also act on a City Manager wage adjustment and appoint former councilors to a stipend work group.

• City Manager wage adjustment based on annual performance evaluation (5.E)
• Letter of support for HB 2153, a state bill on aviation fuel tax (6.A)
• Reallocation of City Hall landscape improvement funds to Agate Beach Neighborhood Park Rehabilitation Project (6.B)
• Authorization of Addendum No. 1 to Task Order No. 13 for Agate Beach Neighborhood and Dog Park design services (7.A)
• Authorization of a contract with an executive consultant for recruitment of the City Attorney (7.B)

City Council Work Session

The City Council work session will include presentations and updates from the City Engineering Department and Public Works Department. No action items or public hearings are scheduled; the session is for discussion only.

• City Engineering Department Update
• Public Works Department Update

Joint City Council and Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint work session to discuss the proposed City Center Revitalization Plan (CCRP), including policy, plan, and development code concepts. The session will also cover public investments, incentives, and partnerships related to the plan. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only item.

• Proposed City Center Plan (CCRP) review and discussion
• Policy, Plan, and Development Code Concept presentation
• Public investments, incentives, and partnerships for the City Center

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss the sports division, elect a chair and vice-chair, and review the department's vision, mission, core values, and slogan. The committee will also consider the City Council's Fiscal Year 2025-2026 goals. These are discussion items only; no final decisions are being made at this meeting.

• Sports Division Discussion with Sports Supervisor Zach Koprowski
• Committee Chair & Vice-Chair Vote
• Department Vision, Mission, Core Values, and Slogan Discussion
• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 City Council Goals review
• Approval of February 5, 2025 Committee Minutes

General Public Meeting

The Newport City Council is holding a general public meeting with a single discussion item: the Drinking Water Protection Plan. The meeting includes public comment and is open to in-person, virtual, and written participation.

• Public discussion of the draft Drinking Water Protection Plan
• Public comment period with written submissions due 4 hours before meeting
• Virtual public comment requires 24-hour advance request

City Council

The Newport City Council will decide on multiple items including a lease assignment for a 10.8-acre airport property, two Federal Aviation Administration-related grants for T-hangar design and construction totaling $72,666, an amendment to a building inspection services agreement, and an amendment for legal representation for the Aquatic Center. The council will also adopt its FY2025-2026 goals. A district attorney presentation and recycling report are also on the agenda.

• Second Amendment to personal service agreement with Clair Company, Inc. for building plan review and inspection services
• Consent to assignment of 10.8-acre airport land lease from McWatkins, LLC to Signal Ventures, LLC
• Authorization of Critical Oregon Airport Relief grant for $8,625 for T-hangar design
• Authorization of Critical Oregon Airport Relief grant for $64,041 for T-hangar construction
• Authorization of Amendment No. 2 with Vulin Wilkinson, LLC for legal representation for Newport Aquatic Center

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss the 2024 Progress Report for the Park System Master Plan. The meeting also includes a scheduled executive session to evaluate the performance of a public officer or staff member.

• 2024 Progress Report for the Park System Master Plan
• Executive session to review employment-related performance of a public officer or staff member

City Center Revitalization Planning Committee

The City Center Revitalization Planning Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed City Center plan, policy and development code concepts, and public investments, incentives, and partnerships. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment, with no final decisions scheduled.

• Approval of December 13, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of proposed City Center plan
• Review of policy, plan, and development code concepts
• Discussion of public investments, incentives, and partnerships
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee will meet to debrief a Nye Neighbors outreach meeting and discuss next steps, review the FY 25/26 Parking Fund budget and capital projects, and engage in goal setting. The agenda includes approval of the January 15, 2025 minutes and public comment.

• Debrief and next steps for Nye Neighbors outreach meeting
• FY 25/26 Parking Fund budget and capital projects discussion
• Goal setting session
• Approval of January 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comments from multiple residents and organizations

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance No. 2232, which amends Chapter 8.10 of the municipal code relating to building and property maintenance. The council will also consider consent items including committee appointments, approve the Second Amendment to the Safe Routes to School grant for bike/ped improvements on NE Harney Street, and discuss the Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2025-2030. Additional items include monthly departmental updates and an overview of the 2025-2026 budget process.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance No. 2232 amending building and property maintenance code
• Second Amendment to Safe Routes to School Intergovernmental Grant Agreement for bike/ped improvements along NE Harney Street
• Approval of Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2025-2030
• Library Advisory Committee, Budget Committee, and Parking Committee appointment recommendations
• Update on the 2025-2026 budget process and committee dates

City Council Work Session

The City Council will hold a work session discussing a Library and Community Engagement presentation and a Gravel Roads Paving Plan. A staff report and cost estimate for paving SE Chestnut Street are included. The council may also schedule an executive session to discuss real property transactions.

• Gravel Roads Paving Plan staff report and SE Chestnut Street paving cost estimate
• Library and Community Engagement presentation
• Potential executive session for real property transactions under ORS 192.660(2)(e)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and receiving an update on the South Beach Urban Renewal District project. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Receipt of links to agendas and audio/video for minutes
• Approval of Urban Renewal Agency meeting minutes from January 21, 2025
• South Beach Project Update (SouthBeachURDistrictUpdate_February2025.pdf)

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the January 2025 minutes, hear a staff report including suggested changes to city code and bylaws, and review the January crash report. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of January 14, 2025 minutes
• Staff report including suggested changes to NMC 2.05.055 and BPAC Bylaws
• Review of January Crash Report

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a special meeting dedicated to a council retreat and goal-setting session. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists solely of this strategic planning discussion.

• Newport City Council retreat and goal setting

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Newport City Council convened solely for a council retreat and goal-setting discussion. No ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda. The meeting will be held at the Hatfield Marine Science Center.

• City Council retreat and goal-setting session

Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will discuss a Park System Master Plan memo to the City Council, consider a proposal for The Friend Zone and Sensory Gym, and review the committee's 2025 calendar. The committee will also receive a department report covering 2024 third quarter, October, and December activities.

• Review Park System Master Plan Memo to City Council
• Discussion of The Friend Zone and Sensory Gym — presented by Miranda Carter
• Review Committee Calendar for 2025
• Director's Report: 2024 3rd Quarter, October, & December reports
• Approval of November 6, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2231 to annex property at the southeast corner of SE 40th and US 101. They will also consider recommendations for liquor licenses, approval of a separation agreement, a commercial broker agreement, and acceptance of the city's annual audit and financial reports.

• Public hearing and possible adoption of Ordinance 2231 annexing property at SE 40th and US 101
• Recommendation to OLCC for off-premises sales license for Newport Market LLC
• Recommendation to OLCC for full on-premises license for Agate Beach Golf Course & Café
• Approval of a separation agreement (employee)
• Approval of commercial broker agreement with Apex Real Estate Partners

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council will hold a work session to discuss a website update and the Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2025-2030. The council will also schedule executive sessions under ORS 192.660 to discuss real property transactions and confidential records exempt from public inspection. No votes are scheduled; this is a discussion-only meeting.

• Discussion of website update
• Review of Newport Public Library Strategic Plan 2025-2030
• Scheduling executive session for real property transactions (ORS 192.660(2)(e))
• Scheduling executive session for confidential records (ORS 192.660(2)(f))

Planning Commission Work Session

The Newport Planning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to the Geologic Hazards Code, zoning ordinance housekeeping changes, and updates to the Nuisance/Property Maintenance Code. The meeting will also include a work program update.

• Request by Columbia West Engineering to amend Geologic Hazards Code to allow geotechnical engineers to prepare reports
• Scope of the Zoning Ordinance Housekeeping Amendment Package review
• Draft Nuisance/Property Maintenance Code changes (Council Goal) review

60+ Advisory Committee

The 60+ Advisory Committee will discuss its FY 2024-2025 goal reports (Goals One through Five) and hold a sunset discussion about the committee's future. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Review of FY 2024-2025 Committee Goal Reports (Goals One through Five)
• Committee Sunset Discussion
• Director's reports for October, November, and December 2024

Retirement Board of Trustees

The Newport Retirement Board of Trustees is meeting to review an updated actuarial report (for information only), discuss trustee member end-date terms, and receive a quarterly investment market review and liquidity report. The agenda also includes approval of the October 24, 2024 minutes, an HR report on upcoming retirements, and planning for the next meeting on April 24, 2025. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda beyond routine approvals.

• Updated Actuarial Report (information only)
• Review Trustee Members' End Date Terms
• Quarterly Investment Market Review and Liquidity Report
• HR Report on upcoming retirement
• Approval of October 24, 2024 minutes

City Council

The Newport City Council will hold public hearings on an ordinance regarding boards and commissions (Ordinance No. 2230) and a supplemental budget resolution (No. 4045) for the current fiscal year. The council will also consider a purchase agreement for a restroom building at Sam Moore Parkway, receive monthly department reports, and discuss council liaison appointments. Consent items include approval of various committee minutes.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Ordinance No. 2230 and Resolution No. 4047 relating to boards and commissions
• Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 4045 providing a supplemental budget and making appropriations for FY 2024-2025
• Approval of a purchase agreement with the Public Restroom Company for a restroom building at Sam Moore Parkway
• Presentation of Police Department Life Saving Award and Newport Leadership Program graduates
• Discussion of future appointments of councilors as liaisons to boards and committees

Urban Renewal Agency

The Newport Urban Renewal Agency will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Resolution No. 4046, which makes appropriation and total requirement changes for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The agency will also discuss options for the South Beach Pathway Improvement Project. The meeting includes public comment and a consent calendar for routine items.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Resolution No. 4046 (supplemental budget for FY 2024-25)
• Discussion of South Beach Pathway Improvement Project options
• Public comment period (3 minutes per person, 15 minutes total)
• Consent calendar for routine items

City Council Work Session

The Newport City Council holds a work session to discuss a proposed property maintenance code amending nuisance regulations, an update on short-term rental licensing and enforcement, and a police department presentation. No binding votes are expected; items are for discussion and direction.

• Proposed Property Maintenance Code — amendments to Nuisance Code Chapter 8.10
• Short-term Rentals Update — summary of licenses and 2023-24 code enforcement
• Police Department Update — presentation from Chief Jason

Public Arts Committee

The Public Arts Committee is meeting to discuss several items, including steel bases for the 'Art Seen' sculpture program, functional public art benches, moving and cleaning the Juergen sculpture, and a proposed transition to the Oregon Coast Arts Association (OCCA). The committee will also approve minutes from the November 21, 2024 meeting and hear public comment.

• Steel bases for the 'Art Seen' Sculpture Program
• Functional public art benches (Noblewins)
• Moving and cleaning the Juergen sculpture
• Public Arts Committee transition to OCCA

Parking Advisory Committee

The Newport Parking Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, receive updates on the Bayfront Parking Management Program and parking enforcement officer recruitment, and continue discussing parking management implementation in Nye Beach. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on Bayfront Parking Management Program
• Status of Parking Enforcement Officer Recruitment
• Continued discussion on implementing parking management in Nye Beach
• Approval of December 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Airport Committee

The Airport Committee will consider approval of December 2024 minutes and review the December operations report. The agenda also includes committee comments and public comment. A list of seven committee goals is included for discussion, covering airline service, industrial development, infrastructure, and emergency preparedness.

• Approval of December 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of December 2024 operations report
• Committee comments from Councilor Cynthia Jacobi
• Discussion of goals: pursue commercial airline service, develop AOA property, expand water/sewer, build T-hangars, install solar panels, create parking plan, partner with FEMA

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will meet to discuss the possibility of disbanding, as listed under Other Business. The agenda also includes approval of December 2024 minutes, a December 2024 crash report, and a staff memo. Public comment is invited.

• Discussion of BPAC disbanding (agenda item E.1)
• Approval of draft December 2024 minutes
• December 2024 crash report
• Staff memo since last meeting

Planning Commission Work Session

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss potential land use legislative concepts for the 2025 session. The body will also receive an update on plans to modernize the city website and a work program update.

• Discussion of LC 0333 Middle Housing Amendments
• Discussion of LC 0358 Framework for Distribution of Housing Infrastructure Funding
• Discussion of LC 1066 Goal 9 Health and Safety Industrial Siting Standards
• Discussion of LC 1153 Modernize Statewide Planning Goal 1 Public Participation
• Update on City plans to modernize its website

Planning Commission Regular Session

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the proposed annexation of the South Beach Church property and its zoning map designation. The commission will also conduct its annual organizational meeting and approve minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing: File 1-AX-24 / 4-Z-24 – South Beach Church Property Annexation and Zoning Map Designation
• Annual Organizational Meeting (Action Item)
• Approval of Planning Commission Regular Session Minutes from December 9, 2024
• Citizens/Public Comment period for items not on the agenda

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances regarding zoning and land use decisions. The body will also consider a broker for the sale of a 2.3-acre property in South Beach and a contract for City Hall landscaping.

• Ordinance No. 2229: Amending Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map for Central Lincoln Peoples Utility District office
• Ordinance No. 2228: Amending Municipal Code relating to Limited Land Use Decisions
• Broker selection for sale of 2.3-acre Newport Urban Renewal Agency property at SE 35th and US 101
• Contract award to Paul Everett Bradley Landscaping Services for City Hall Landscape Improvement Project
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Oregon Building Codes Division for evaluation support services

CITY COUNCIL AND URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY TRANSITIONAL MEETINGS

The City Council and Urban Renewal Agency are conducting transitional meetings to swear in elected officials and establish leadership. The body will elect a Council President and select a Chair and Vice Chair for the Urban Renewal Agency.

• Oath of office for Mayor Elect Jan Kaplan and Councilors Elect Cynthia Jacobi, Sandy Roumagoux, and Steven Hickman
• Election of Council President
• Selection of Urban Renewal Agency Chair and Vice Chair
• Establishment of the 2025-2026 two-year meeting schedule
• Discussion of Councilor appointments as liaisons to boards and committees

City Council Executive Session

The City Council is holding an executive session to discuss real property transactions. This is a closed session conducted pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e).

• Executive session to discuss real property transactions