Grants Pass, Oregon

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Tourism Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting covering routine business: roll call, public comment, and approval of the June 2, 2026 minutes. The main work session includes updates from Visit Grants Pass, a Caves update with Sue Densmore, and an ORR update. No action items or financial decisions are on the agenda; it is primarily an information-sharing session.

• Work session: Updates from Visit Grants Pass
• Work session: Caves update with Sue Densmore
• Work session: ORR update

Small Business Task Force

The Grants Pass Small Business Taskforce will meet on July 8, 2026 to approve the June 24 minutes, hear public comments, and work on finalizing survey questions. The meeting will also include a review of the City’s Small Business Tool Kit and the Chamber’s How to Start a Business guide, and plan agenda items for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from the June 24, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period (three‑minute limit per speaker)
• Finalize survey questions for small‑business outreach
• Review City’s “Small Business Tool Kit”
• Review Chamber’s “How to Start a Business” guide

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission will consider findings of fact for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) with major variances at Eden Glen. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with no public hearings scheduled.

• File #105-00110-26 and 301-00165-26: Eden Glen PUD with major variances — discussion and potential decision on findings of fact

Urban Area Planning Commission

This document contains the minutes of the Urban Area Planning Commission meeting on June 24, 2026, not the agenda for the July 8 meeting. The commission held a public hearing on the Eden Glen planned unit development (PUD) and two variance requests: street length (388 ft vs 250 ft max) and street design width (24 ft paving + sidewalk vs 26 ft standard). The deputy fire chief opposed the variances. No final decision is recorded.

• Public hearing on Eden Glen PUD at 1907 Fruitdale Drive with 20 townhomes, private street, and variances
• Variance request for 388-foot cul-de-sac (max 250 ft) and 24-foot paving width (vs standard 26 ft)
• Deputy Fire Chief Hyatt testified in opposition to the variances citing fire access concerns
• County engineer introduced new transportation planner Michael Bidwell during public comment
• Approval of June 10, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0, chair abstained)

Historical Buildings and Sites Commission

Parks Advisory Committee

The Parks Advisory Committee holds a regular meeting on July 9, 2026. Action items include discussion of a possible Riverside Park art installation, an unhoused shelter update, and e-vehicle use on walkways. The committee also receives City Council updates and project reports.

• Riverside Park Art Installation (discussion item, marked tentative)
• Unhoused Shelter Update
• E-vehicles on walkways discussion
• City Council Updates
• Approval of June 11, 2026 minutes

Urban Tree Advisory Committee

The Grants Pass Urban Tree Advisory Committee will meet on July 13, 2026, to consider action items including committee appointments, Our Community Forestry, and Tree Mapping. The committee will also approve minutes from June 8, 2026, and hear public comment.

• Committee Appointments
• Our Community Forestry
• Tree Mapping

Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce

Land Use Hearings

The Grants Pass City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an appeal of the City Sign Code. The proposal concerns property located at 251 NE Agness Ave in the General Commercial zoning district.

• Appeal of the City of Grants Pass Sign Code for 251 NE Agness Ave

Land Use Hearings

The Grants Pass City Council will hold a public hearing on July 1, 2026 to consider an amendment to the Development Code that adopts Middle Housing Land Division regulations. The amendment would modify Articles 2, 3, 12, 17, 27, and 28 of the code. The Urban Area Planning Commission has already given a verbal recommendation (May 27, 2026) and a written recommendation (June 10, 2026). The Council may adopt, reject, or refer the proposal for further review.

• Amendment to Development Code Articles 2, 3, 12, 17, 27, and 28 to adopt Middle Housing Land Division regulations
• Public hearing scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers, 101 NW "A" Street
• Urban Area Planning Commission provided verbal recommendation on May 27, 2026 and written recommendation on June 10, 2026
• Appeal to the Land Use Board of Appeals must be filed within 21 days of the Council’s written decision
• Oral testimony allowed at hearing; written testimony due by 5:00 PM Monday before the hearing

City Council Meetings

The Grants Pass City Council will hold a public hearing on a sign code appeal for Dutch Bros/Les Schwab at 251 NE Agness Avenue and on an ordinance amending the development code for middle housing land divisions. Council will consider adopting a civil exclusion ordinance (Chapter 6.48) and a resolution supporting modification or repeal of Senate Bill 48. Consent agenda includes resolutions for police vehicle purchases and a Women's Crisis Support Team agreement. A proclamation celebrating the 250th anniversary of American Independence is also on the agenda.

• Public hearing on Dutch Bros/Les Schwab sign code appeal at 251 NE Agness Avenue
• Public hearing and action on ordinance amending Development Code for middle housing land divisions
• Council action to adopt Ordinance creating Municipal Code Chapter 6.48, Civil Exclusion, declaring emergency
• Resolution supporting modification or repeal of Senate Bill 48 (2021) for public safety
• Consent agenda includes resolution for Police Department vehicle purchase and agreement with Women's Crisis Support Team

City Council Meetings

The Grants Pass City Council will hold two public hearings: one on a sign code appeal for Dutch Bros/Les Schwab at 251 NE Agness Avenue, and another on a major ordinance amending multiple Development Code articles related to Middle Housing Land Divisions. The council will also vote on a civil exclusion ordinance (Chapter 6.48) and a resolution supporting modification or repeal of Senate Bill 48 to enhance public safety. The consent agenda includes authorizing purchase of four police vehicles and an agreement with the Women's Crisis Support Team, along with acknowledgment of numerous committee minutes.

• Public hearing on Dutch Bros/Les Schwab Sign Code Appeal at 251 NE Agness Avenue
• Public hearing and findings on Middle Housing Land Division ordinance (Articles 2,3,12,17,27,28)
• Ordinance adopting Civil Exclusion (Chapter 6.48) with emergency declaration
• Resolution supporting modification or repeal of Senate Bill 48 (2021) for public safety
• Consent agenda item authorizing purchase and upfitting of four police vehicles

City Council Workshops

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Washington-Midland redevelopment opportunity plan, water incline rates, and council procedures. After the workshop, they will vote on a motion to authorize the City Manager to amend the franchise agreement with Southern Oregon Sanitation, extending a temporary rate increase for green waste at the Redwood Transfer Station from $6.50 to $16 per yard for six additional months.

• Motion to authorize extending the temporary green waste rate increase (from $6.50 to $16/yard) at the Redwood Transfer Station for six months
• Workshop discussion of the Washington-Midland redevelopment opportunity plan
• Workshop discussion of water incline rates
• Workshop review of council procedures and workshops
• Agenda review and calendar planning

City Council Workshops

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Washington-Midland redevelopment opportunity plan, a water incline rate, and council procedures. Following the workshop, the council will convene a special meeting to consider a motion authorizing the city manager to amend the franchise agreement with Southern Oregon Sanitation, extending a temporary rate increase for green waste disposal at the Redwood Transfer Station.

• Washington-Midland redevelopment opportunity plan discussion
• Water incline rate discussion
• Council procedures and workshops review
• Motion to authorize amendment of franchise agreement with Southern Oregon Sanitation for extension of temporary green waste rate increase

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission approved findings of fact for a development code text amendment (405-00151-26) addressing Middle Housing Land Division across multiple articles. The commission also granted continuances to dates uncertain for two public hearings: the Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision on Poplar Drive, where the applicant is revising plans, and a Downtown CFA District text amendment (Article 13), after a conflict was found with Article 12. Both continuances passed unanimously.

• Approved findings of fact for Development Code Text Amendment 405-00151-26 (Articles 2, 3, 12, 17, 27, 28) on Middle Housing Land Division
• Granted continuance to date uncertain for public hearing 104-00160-25: Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision, Poplar Drive
• Granted continuance to date uncertain for public hearing 405-00152-26: Development Code Text Amendment, Article 13 (Downtown CFA District)
• Approved minutes from April 22 and May 27, 2026 meetings

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Eden Glen Planned Unit Development (PUD) with major variances (cases 105-00110-26 and 301-00165-26). The agenda also includes roll call, public comment, and approval of the June 10, 2026 minutes. No other business or findings of fact are scheduled.

• Public hearing: Eden Glen PUD with Major Variances (cases 105-00110-26 and 301-00165-26)

Small Business Task Force

The Small Business Task Force will hold a work session to review and finalize survey questions, and to examine the City's 'Small Business Tool Kit' and the Chamber's 'How to Start a Business' guide. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from May 27 and noting the June 10 meeting was cancelled. No votes or binding decisions are expected.

• Finalize survey questions for small business outreach
• Review City's 'Small Business Tool Kit' resource
• Review Chamber's 'How to Start a Business' guide
• Approve minutes from May 27, 2026 meeting
• Note cancellation of June 10 meeting due to no quorum

Land Use Hearings

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a tentative plan review for a proposed 20-lot townhouse Planned Unit Development (PUD) with a Major Variance at 1907 Fruitdale Dr. The property is zoned Residential (R-1-10). The commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on criteria in the City of Grants Pass Development Code.

• Proposed 20-lot townhouse PUD with Major Variance at 1907 Fruitdale Dr.
• Property is zoned R-1-10 (Residential).
• Quasi-judicial hearing; oral and written testimony accepted.
• Appeal deadline after decision to City Council.

Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce

The Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce will discuss a review of Article 27, which covers access standards. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and items from members. No public hearings or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion: Review of Article 27 (Access)
• Approval of May 21, 2026 minutes

City Council Meetings

The City Council adopted a resolution supplementing the FY'26 budget and making appropriations. They also approved resolutions authorizing a mixed-income residential development at 175 and 225 Allenwood Drive, adjusting salary schedules for non-bargaining employees, and purchasing property at 124 NW Midland Avenue. Consent agenda items included contracts for water treatment chemicals, workers' compensation insurance, elevator modernization, and an ODOT project agreement.

• Resolution supplementing FY'26 budget and making appropriations
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Allenwood Homes, LLC for mixed-income housing at 175 and 225 Allenwood Drive and conveyance of real property
• Resolution authorizing adjustment of salary schedules for non-bargaining employees
• Resolution authorizing purchase of real property at 124 NW Midland Avenue, Ste. M
• Resolution authorizing Intergovernmental Agreement with ODOT for Lincoln Road Multi-Modal and Transit Enhancement Project

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a budget supplement and then vote on several resolutions, including authorizing an agreement with Allenwood Homes for a mixed-income residential development at 175 and 225 Allenwood Drive. Other actions include adjusting employee salary schedules, consenting to a change in sanitation service assignment, and purchasing property at 124 NW Midland Avenue. The consent agenda covers routine contracts and reports.

• Public hearing on resolution supplementing the FY'26 budget
• Resolution authorizing mixed-income development at 175 & 225 Allenwood Drive with property conveyance
• Resolution adjusting salary schedules for non-bargaining employees
• Resolution consenting to change in assignment of Southern Oregon Sanitation Inc.
• Resolution approving purchase of real property at 124 NW Midland Avenue, Ste. M

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution to supplement the FY'26 budget and make appropriations. Council action items include authorizing an agreement with Allenwood Homes to build a mixed-income residential development at 175 and 225 Allenwood Drive, consenting to a change in assignment for Southern Oregon Sanitation Inc., adjusting salary schedules for non-bargaining employees, and approving the purchase of real property at 124 NW Midland Avenue, Ste. M. The consent agenda covers routine items such as chemical purchases, workers' compensation insurance, elevator modernization, and an intergovernmental agreement with ODOT.

• Resolution authorizing agreement with Allenwood Homes for mixed-income residential development at 175 and 225 Allenwood Drive and property conveyance
• Public hearing on resolution supplementing FY'26 budget and making appropriations
• Resolution approving purchase of real property at 124 NW Midland Avenue, Ste. M
• Resolution authorizing adjustment of salary schedules for non-bargaining employees
• Resolution consenting to change in assignment of Southern Oregon Sanitation Inc.

The Grants Pass City Council adopted a supplemental budget, authorized a mixed-income housing project, and approved contracts for water treatment chemicals, elevator maintenance, and workers' compensation insurance. The meeting also included routine approvals for investment reports and council minutes.

• Adopted FY'26 budget supplement (7-0)
• Authorized mixed-income housing at 175 & 225 Allenwood Drive (5-4)
• Consented to sanitation service assignment change (8-0)
• Authorized salary schedule adjustments for non-bargaining employees (7-1)
• Approved purchase of property at 124 NW Midland Avenue (8-0)
• Authorized water treatment chemical contracts (8-0)
• Authorized elevator modernization at City Hall (8-0)
• Authorized ODOT agreement for Lincoln Road project (8-0)

Solid Waste Agency

The Solid Waste Agency will hold a budget meeting to adopt its budget and consider a funding request from Josephine County Public Health. Presentations are scheduled on a statewide mattress recycling program, the Rogue River clean-up, a tire take-back program, and a proposed assignment or sale of a franchise by Southern Oregon Sanitation/Waste Connections. Public comment is available via phone with advance registration.

• Adoption of the Solid Waste Agency budget
• Funding request from Josephine County Public Health
• Presentation on statewide mattress recycling program
• Presentation on tire take-back program
• Discussion of Southern Oregon Sanitation franchise assignment or sale to Waste Connections

Public Safety Advisory Committee

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will discuss follow-up on potential coordination with Josephine County regarding the Jail/Juvenile Justice Levy renewal, review status of amendments to HB3115, SB48, and Measure 110, and consider City Council's recent discussions on a potential Municipal Court and/or exclusion zone. The meeting includes a tour of the Juvenile Justice Center.

• Follow-up on potential coordination with Josephine County on Jail/Juvenile Justice Levy renewal
• Status of potential amendments to HB3115, SB48, and Measure 110
• Review of City Council's discussions on potential Municipal Court and/or exclusion zone
• Tour of Juvenile Justice Center at 4:30 pm
• Approval of May 19, 2026 minutes

City Council Workshops

The Grants Pass City Council will hold a workshop to discuss Logic Compensation and the Municipal Court in relation to SB48. They will consider a formal action of support for SB48. The council will also review the upcoming business meeting agenda and calendar.

• Discussion of Logic Compensation
• Discussion of Municipal Court and SB48
• Consideration of SB48 action of support
• Agenda review for business meeting and calendar

Parks Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates regarding Beacon Hill and the unhoused shelter. Members will also receive City Council updates and discuss committee interests.

• Beacon Hill update
• Unhoused shelter update
• City Council updates

Land Use Hearings

The Historical Buildings & Sites Commission will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2026, to review a proposed awning replacement at 220 and 224 SW 6th Street, which are in the Central Business District and Historic District. The Commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on city development code criteria.

• Address: 220 & 224 SW 6th St, tax lot 36-05-18-DA, TL 1800
• Project number: 303-00137-26
• Criteria for approval: Section 13.452 of Grants Pass Development Code
• Public hearing at Ridge Conference Room, Room 108, 101 NW A Street

Historical Buildings and Sites Commission

The Historical Buildings and Sites Commission will vote on approving the minutes from its April 9 meeting and hold a public hearing on a historic district review for replacement awnings at 220 & 224 SW 6th Street. Staff recommends approval with a condition that the awnings be maintained in good condition. The awnings have already been installed to replace deteriorated canvas on existing metal framework.

• Public hearing on historic district review for new awnings at 220 & 224 SW 6th St (staff recommends approval with maintenance condition)
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 9, 2026, and earlier meetings as needed
• The awnings are striped Sunbrella fabric on a powder-coated steel frame, color Ashford Forest

Historical Buildings and Sites Commission

The Historical Buildings & Sites Commission will hold a public hearing on new awnings at 220 and 224 SW 6th Street. The commission will also discuss the use of Reed Cottage, 2026 goals, a historic marker update, and a sign for Partake Restaurant. Additionally, the return of a CLG Grant is listed under matters from commissioners and staff.

• Public hearing on new awnings at 220 & 224 SW 6th Street
• Discussion of Reed Cottage use
• 2026 HBSC Goals
• Historic Marker Update
• Partake Restaurant Sign discussion

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission will consider a Development Code Text Amendment regarding Middle Housing Land Division, covering Articles 2, 3, 12, 17, 27, and 28. A public hearing is scheduled for the Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision on Poplar Drive. A second public hearing will consider a text amendment to Article 13 for the Downtown CFA District. The commission will also approve minutes from the April 22 and May 27, 2026 meetings.

• 405-00151-26: Development Code Text Amendment for Middle Housing Land Division (Articles 2,3,12,17,27,28) – business item
• 104-00160-25: Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision, Poplar Drive – public hearing
• 405-00152-26: Development Code Text Amendment, Article 13: Downtown CFA District – public hearing
• Approval of minutes from UAPC meetings on April 22, 2026 and May 27, 2026

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission voted to approve the discretionary architectural review for the project at 1465 NE 6th Street, adding the conditions outlined in the staff report. The commission also agreed to continue the public hearing for the Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision on Poplar Drive to a later date. Minutes from the March 25 and April 22 meetings were approved.

• Continuation of public hearing for project 104-00160-25: Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision, Poplar Drive
• Approval of discretionary architectural review for project 201-00546-25: 1465 NE 6th Street with staff‑report conditions
• Approval of March 25, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of April 22, 2026 meeting minutes
• Motion to continue the townhouse hearing passed unanimously

Small Business Task Force

The Small Business Task Force will meet to finalize survey questions for local businesses and review two business resource guides: the City's Small Business Tool Kit and the Chamber's 'How to Start a Business.' The meeting includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and planning for future agendas. No binding decisions or budget actions are scheduled.

• Finalize survey questions for small businesses
• Review City's Small Business Tool Kit
• Review Chamber's 'How to Start a Business' guide
• Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
• Approval of May 27, 2026 meeting minutes

Land Use Hearings

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a quasi‑judicial public hearing on June 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chambers. The hearing will review the tentative plan for the Pydel Fruitdale Estates 24‑lot townhouse subdivision located on Poplar Drive in the Residential (R‑1‑12) zoning district. The commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the proposal based on Section 17.413 of the Development Code. The public may submit written or oral testimony before the hearing.

• Tentative plan review for Pydel Fruitdale Estates 24‑lot townhouse subdivision (Project 104‑00160‑25).
• Location: Poplar Drive, Residential (R‑1‑12) zoning district, Tax Lot 36‑05‑20‑CB, TL 9100.
• Hearing scheduled for June 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM in City Council Chambers.
• Planner assigned: Dennis Lewis ([email protected], 541‑450‑6072).
• Public may submit written testimony by 5:00 PM Monday before the hearing.

Committee on Public Art

The Committee on Public Art will hold a regular meeting to discuss staff updates on the Art in Motion and Art Boxes programs, hear subcommittee reports, and take action to open the next round of Art Box applications. No major fiscal or policy decisions are on the agenda.

• Open application period for next round of Art Boxes in June
• Staff update on status of Art in Motion and existing Art Boxes
• Mural and Alley Gallery subcommittee updates
• Document review subcommittee report on Art Box RFP
• Events and outreach subcommittee update on Porchfest

Bikeways / Walkways Committee

The Bikeways and Walkways Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting on June 9, 2026. No action items are scheduled. Topics include a pump track, Riverwalk connectivity and property ownership, the 6th & 7th Street multi-modal corridor study and public outreach, and a project tracker.

• Discussion of pump track project
• Riverwalk connectivity and river access/property ownership
• 6th & 7th Street study and access to Cavemen Bridge
• Grants Pass 6th & 7th Street Multi-Modal Corridor Study public outreach
• Future agenda: GIS biking/walking trail map update and Washington Blvd designated crossing

Urban Tree Advisory Committee

The Grants Pass Urban Tree Advisory Committee will meet to discuss action items including committee appointments, community forestry, and the Urban Forest Management Plan. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment. No specific votes or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of the Urban Forest Management Plan
• Update on Our Community Forestry program
• Committee appointments for vacant positions
• Setting the meeting schedule for upcoming months

Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce

City Council Meetings

The City Council held a public hearing for the adopted FY'27 budget and then approved several resolutions and an ordinance. Key actions include adopting the budget and tax levies, amending multiple municipal code sections related to public conduct (e.g., sleeping on sidewalks, public urination), and approving a fee waiver for the Cruise the Rogue event at Riverside Park. The consent agenda included routine items such as reaffirming an inter-fund loan and authorizing delinquent sewer charges on tax rolls.

• Adopted FY'27 budget and appropriations via resolution
• Amended 11 municipal code sections, including prohibitions on sleeping on sidewalks, public urination, and obstructing traffic
• Approved commercial activity and fee waiver for 2026 Cruise the Rogue event at Riverside Park
• Reaffirmed inter-fund loan to Bancroft Fund from Solid Waste Capital Projects Fund
• Authorized Josephine County to place delinquent sewer charges on tax rolls

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the approved FY'27 budget and discuss state revenue sharing. They will consider resolutions to adopt the budget, impose taxes, and receive state-shared revenues. Key action includes an ordinance amending multiple municipal code sections, including prohibitions on sleeping on sidewalks, obstructing traffic, and public urination/defecation, with an emergency declaration. Also on the agenda is a resolution approving commercial activity at Riverside Park and a fee waiver for the 2026 Cruise the Rogue event.

• Public hearing for FY'27 Budget and state revenue sharing
• Resolution adopting FY'27 Budget and making appropriations
• Ordinance amending codes on sleeping on sidewalks, obstructing traffic, public urination/defecation, and more (emergency)
• Resolution approving commercial activity at Riverside Park and fee waiver for 2026 Cruise the Rogue
• Consent agenda: reaffirming inter-fund loan to Bancroft Fund from Solid Waste Capital Projects Fund

The City Council approved the FY’27 budget, appropriations, and related tax resolutions. The council also adopted an ordinance amending multiple municipal codes and approved a fee waiver for the 2026 Cruise the Roque event. Additionally, the Urban Renewal Agency adopted its FY'27 budget.

• Adopted Resolution 26-7689 to receive State-Shared Revenues (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7690 imposing and categorizing FY’27 taxes (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7691 adopting the FY’27 Budget and appropriations (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-5950 amending municipal codes regarding traffic, trash, and public conduct (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7692 approving commercial activity at Riverside Park and a fee waiver for 2026 Cruise the Roque (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7693 reaffirming an inter-fund loan to the Bancroft Fund (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7694 to place delinquent sewer charges on tax rolls (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7697 adopting the Urban Renewal Agency FY'27 Budget (8-0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the approved FY'27 budget and consider resolutions to adopt the budget, impose taxes, and receive state-shared revenues. A key ordinance would amend multiple municipal code sections, including prohibitions on sleeping on sidewalks, public urination, and defecation. The council will also vote on allowing commercial activity at Riverside Park for the 2026 Cruise the Rogue event.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY'27 budget with state revenue sharing
• Ordinance amending code sections on sleeping on sidewalks, obstructing traffic, public urination, and defecation
• Resolution approving commercial activity and fee waiver for 2026 Cruise the Rogue at Riverside Park
• Consent agenda: reaffirming inter-fund loan to Bancroft Fund from Solid Waste Capital Projects Fund
• Consent agenda: authorizing Josephine County to place delinquent sewer charges on tax rolls

The council unanimously adopted the city’s FY ’27 budget, tax categorization, and appropriations resolutions. It also passed an ordinance amending multiple municipal code sections and approved commercial activity at Riverside Park with a fee waiver. Additional finance actions included reaffirming an inter‑fund loan, authorizing delinquent sewer charges on tax rolls, and adopting the Urban Renewal Agency FY ’27 budget.

• Adopted FY ’27 City Budget (8-0)
• Adopted FY ’27 tax categorization resolution (8-0)
• Adopted FY ’27 budget appropriations resolution (8-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending municipal code sections (8-0)
• Approved Riverside Park commercial activity and fee waiver (8-0)
• Reaffirmed inter‑fund loan to Bancroft Fund (8-0)
• Authorized delinquent sewer charges on tax rolls (8-0)
• Adopted FY ’27 Urban Renewal Agency budget (8-0)

Tourism Advisory Committee

The Tourism Advisory Committee will discuss the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable survey results and consider next steps. They will also receive an update on Cruise the Rogue and hear reports from liaisons. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of Outdoor Recreation Roundtable survey results
• Discussion on next steps following survey
• Update on Cruise the Rogue event (Dan Smaw)
• Information sharing from Visit Grants Pass, City Council, County, Chamber
• Approval of May 5, 2026 minutes

City Council Workshops

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a first-quarter work plan update, a non-bargaining cost-of-living adjustment, and the Allenwood Development project. They will then adjourn into a special executive session for real property negotiations under state law.

• First quarter Work Plan update
• Non-bargaining cost-of-living-adjustment discussion
• Allenwood Development project discussion
• Executive session for real property transactions (ORS 192.660(2)(e))

Land Use Hearings

The Grants Pass Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing to decide on a Major Site Plan Review for a proposed commercial expansion at 881 NE 7th Street in the General Commercial zone. The officer may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on city development code criteria. Oral and written testimony will be accepted at the hearing.

• Major Site Plan Review for commercial expansion at 881 NE 7th St (tax lot 36-05-17-BA, TL 1201)
• Property is in General Commercial (GC) zoning district
• Decision criteria from Section 19.052 of Grants Pass Development Code

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two Development Code text amendments: one addressing middle housing land division across multiple articles (405-00151-26) and one updating the Downtown CFA District (405-00152-26). The commission may also take public comment on non-agenda items and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Development Code Text Amendment 405-00151-26: Middle Housing Land Division affecting Articles 2, 3, 12, 17, 27, and 28
• Public hearing on Development Code Text Amendment 405-00152-26: Article 13 Downtown CFA District
• Approval of minutes from April 22, 2026 and May 13, 2026 meetings

The commission approved the May 13, 2026 minutes (4-0-1) and tabled the April 22 minutes after commissioners requested corrections to include the applicant's continuance request and a commissioner's question. A public hearing was opened for a development code text amendment on Middle Housing Land Division (HB 2001/SB 458), but the minutes end before any vote or action was taken.

• Approved May 13, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0-1, MacMillan abstained)
• Tabled April 22, 2026 meeting minutes pending corrections
• Opened public hearing for Development Code Text Amendment 405-00151-26 (Middle Housing Land Division); no vote recorded

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed text amendment to the Grants Pass Development Code to adopt Middle Housing Land Division regulations required by Oregon Senate Bill 458. The commission will make a recommendation to the City Council on the amendment, which updates multiple code articles to allow fee-simple lot divisions for middle housing units. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes and any commissioner matters.

• Public hearing for Project 405-00151-26: Middle Housing Land Division Development Code Text Amendment, amending Articles 2, 3, 12, 17, 27, and 28
• State mandate from Senate Bill 458 (2021) requiring compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules for middle housing land divisions
• Commission will recommend approval or denial to City Council; final decision appealable to LUBA
• Staff report finds the amendment consistent with Development Code purpose and criteria

Small Business Task Force

The Small Business Task Force will hold a work session to review and discuss survey questions. The meeting is largely procedural, focusing on draft survey content, minutes approval, and future agenda planning.

• Work session to review and discuss survey questions for small businesses
• Approval of minutes from May 13, 2026
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

Land Use Hearings

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 27, 2026, to consider adopting Middle Housing Land Division (MHLD) regulations into the Grants Pass Development Code. The amendments affect multiple articles including zoning, lot creation, access, and utilities. The Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council, which will hold a separate hearing for a final decision.

• Proposed amendments to Articles 2, 3, 12, 17, 27, and 28 of the Development Code
• Middle Housing Land Division regulations to allow more housing types
• Public hearing with oral and written testimony accepted
• Staff report available at least seven days before hearing
• City Council will make final decision after Commission recommendation

Land Use Hearings

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 27, 2026, to consider amending the city's development code. The proposal would incorporate a state-mandated Climate Friendly Area into the Central Business District. Residents may submit oral or written testimony to the Community Development Department by 5:00 p.m. on the Monday before the hearing. The commission will then send a recommendation to the City Council, which will hold a separate hearing to make the final decision.

• Public hearing on May 27, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. in City Council Chambers, 101 NW "A" Street
• Amendment to Development Code Article 13 to add a state-mandated Climate Friendly Area in the Central Business District
• Project number 405-00152-26 assigned to planner Laure Middleton
• City Council will hold a separate public hearing to make the final decision after the commission's recommendation

Land Use Hearings

The City of Grants Pass Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing on a minor site plan review to allow a temporary fireworks stand at 1751 Redwood Hwy in the Business Park zoning district. The officer may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on development code criteria. Oral and written testimony will be accepted at the hearing.

• Minor site plan review for a temporary Homeboy Fireworks stand at 1751 Redwood Hwy (Tax Lot 36-06-24-CD, TL 1400, Project No. 201-00558-26)
• Public hearing scheduled for May 27, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. in the Ridge Conference Room, Room 108, 101 NW 'A' Street

Land Use Hearings

The Grants Pass Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing to consider a tentative plan review for the Deer Meadow 7-lot subdivision on properties at 1265, 1247, and 1234 NW B St. The hearing is scheduled for May 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM in the Ridge Conference Room. The officer may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on the city development code.

• Tentative plan review for Deer Meadow 7-lot subdivision in R-1-12 zoning
• Properties at 1265, 1247, and 1234 NW B St, tax lots 36-05-18-BA, TL 501, 600 & 700
• Project number 104-00162-26, planner Dennis Lewis
• Public hearing testimony accepted in person or in writing

Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce

The Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce will discuss proposed changes to Article 27, which covers access standards. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and member updates. No public hearing is scheduled, but the chair may accept testimony at their discretion.

• Discussion of amendments to Article 27 (Access) of the city development code

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold public hearings on two reimbursement districts for stormwater infrastructure and a budget supplement. Council action includes a vote on altering authorized resting sites for homeless individuals and approving commercial activity with a fee waiver for the 4th of July event at Reinhart Volunteer Park. The consent agenda covers routine items like insurance pool membership and elevator modernization. After council adjourns, the Urban Renewal Agency will consider establishing a vandalism grant program.

• Public hearing on ordinance adopting a Public Installed Reimbursement District for Allen Creek Road Regional Stormwater Pond
• Public hearing on ordinance creating a Developer Installed Reimbursement District for Consolidated Estates
• Resolution authorizing the City Manager to make changes to authorized resting sites (Resolution No. 25-7559)
• Resolution approving commercial activity at Reinhart Volunteer Park and fee waiver for 2026 4th of July event
• Urban Renewal Agency resolution establishing a vandalism grant program

City Council Meetings

The Grants Pass City Council will hold public hearings on ordinances creating reimbursement districts for a stormwater pond and a development, and consider a resolution to supplement the FY'26 budget. The Council will also vote on a resolution authorizing changes to authorized resting sites and another approving commercial activity at Reinhart Volunteer Park. Consent agenda includes routine items like elevator modernization and insurance pool membership.

• Public hearing: Ordinance adopting Public Installed Reimbursement District for Allen Creek Road Regional Stormwater Pond
• Public hearing: Ordinance creating Developer Installed Reimbursement District for Consolidated Estates
• Resolution supplementing FY'26 budget and making appropriations
• Resolution authorizing changes to authorized resting sites established by Resolution No. 25-7559
• Resolution approving commercial activity at Reinhart Volunteer Park and fee waiver for 2026 4th of July event

The City Council adopted ordinances for stormwater and developer reimbursement districts. The Council also approved resolutions concerning resting sites, park activity fees, and insurance membership, while tabling a contract for City Hall elevator modernization.

• Adopted Allen Creek Road Regional Stormwater Pond reimbursement district (7-0)
• Adopted Consolidated Estates developer reimbursement district (7-0)
• Adopted FY'29 budget supplement and appropriations resolution (7-0)
• Authorized City Manager to change authorized resting sites (4-3)
• Approved commercial activity and fee waiver at Reinhart Volunteer Park (6-1)
• Continued membership in Citycounty Insurance Services (7-0)
• Tabled City Hall elevator modernization contract to a workshop (7-0)
• Adopted Urban Renewal Agency vandalism grant program resolution (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Grants Pass City Council adopted ordinances creating reimbursement districts for the Allen Creek Road stormwater pond and Consolidated Estates, and supplemented the FY'26 budget. It also approved a resolution authorizing changes to authorized resting sites and allowed commercial activity at Reinhart Volunteer Park with a fee waiver for the 2026 Fourth of July event. The council tabled a contract for elevator modernization at City Hall.

• Ordinance adopting Public Installed Reimbursement District for Allen Creek Road Regional Stormwater Pond (DO6598)
• Ordinance creating Developer Installed Reimbursement District for Consolidated Estates (CC6616)
• Resolution authorizing City Manager to modify authorized resting sites set by Resolution No. 25-7559
• Resolution approving commercial activity at Reinhart Volunteer Park and fee waiver for 2026 Fourth of July event
• Urban Renewal Agency resolution establishing a vandalism grant program

Solid Waste Agency

The Solid Waste Agency will hold a budget meeting to adopt the agency's budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The agenda also includes a discussion on a state-wide mattress recycling program. Public comment is allowed via phone with prior registration.

• Adopt the agency's budget for 2026-27
• Discussion of state-wide mattress recycling program presented by Darcy Perez
• Approval of draft meeting minutes from April 21, 2026
• Public comment opportunity on items not related to public hearings

Public Safety Advisory Committee

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will follow up on a recommendation for an animal control/shelter levy and consider coordinating with Josephine County on jail/juvenile justice levy renewal. They will also receive updates on state legislation (HB3115, SB48, Measure 110) and an initiative petition related to HB3115. A status update on the municipal court discussion will be provided, with a City Council presentation scheduled for June. The meeting includes public comment and approval of March 31 minutes.

• Follow-up on Animal Control/Shelter Levy recommendation
• Potential coordination with Josephine County on Jail/Juvenile Justice Levy renewal efforts
• Status of amendments to HB3115, SB48, and Measure 110
• Initiative Petition related to HB3115
• Municipal Court discussion status update (City Council presentation in June)

The committee approved the minutes from the March 31, 2026, meeting. Members discussed police and fire staffing, a home hardening grant program, and potential legislative amendments to homelessness and drug laws. The committee agreed to monitor county jail and juvenile justice levy discussions and revisit recommendations in June.

• Approved March 31, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council Workshops

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss council procedures for public comment, review Reed Cottage survey results, and consider Owl Plaza use regulations. They will also review motions from the Tourism Advisory Committee and the Historical Buildings and Sites Commission. Following the workshop, the council will convene in executive session to discuss real property transactions under ORS 192.660(2)(e).

• Discussion of council procedures – public comment
• Reed Cottage survey results
• Owl Plaza use regulations
• Review of Tourism Advisory Committee and Historical Buildings and Sites Commission motions
• Executive session on real property transactions (ORS 192.660(2)(e))

Parks Advisory Committee

The Parks Advisory Committee will discuss updates from the City Council, committee interest, and the Beacon Hill Subcommittee. They will also view a presentation video from the Oregon Governors Conference on Tourism Dollar Mountain. Public comment is invited on items not related to public hearings. The committee will approve minutes from the April 9, 2026 meeting.

• Beacon Hill Subcommittee discussion
• Oregon Governors Conference on Tourism Dollar Mountain presentation video
• Public comment period
• Approval of April 9, 2026 minutes
• City Council updates

The Parks Advisory Committee approved the April 9 meeting minutes and formed a Beacon Hill Survey subcommittee with members Cavaner, Lovelace, and Beaumont. The committee decided against forming a joint subcommittee with Bikeways/Tourism for pump track evaluation. They also received updates on pump track site evaluations and other park projects.

• Approved April 9, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Formed Beacon Hill Survey subcommittee with members Cavaner, Lovelace, Beaumont
• Decided against forming a joint subcommittee with Bikeways/Tourism for pump track evaluation

Historical Buildings and Sites Commission

Urban Area Planning Commission

At its April 22 meeting, the Urban Area Planning Commission continued the public hearing for the Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision on Poplar Drive to June 10, 2026, after hearing concerns about traffic and slope stability. The commission also approved discretionary architectural review for the Chiang Apartments Mixed-Use Development at 1465 NE 6th Street, a 3-story building with a ground-floor restaurant and 12 residential units, subject to staff conditions.

• Public hearing continued for Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision, Poplar Drive (project 201-00553-25) to June 10, 2026
• Discretionary architectural review approved for Chiang Apartments Mixed-Use Development at 1465 NE 6th Street
• Mixed-use project includes restaurant on first floor and 12 residential units on upper floors on 0.58 acres in General Commercial zone
• Parks System Development Charges for the residential component estimated at $13,520.52 (12 units at $1,126.71 each)
• No written public comments received on the staff report deadline of April 20, 2026

The commission approved the Findings of Fact for discretionary review project 201-00546-25 at 1465 NE 6th Street on a 5-0 vote. Discussion of prior meeting minutes was partially tabled due to missing commissioner attendance; no public hearings or other business were conducted.

• Approved Findings of Fact for project 201-00546-25 (1465 NE 6th Street) (5-0)

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the April 22, 2026 meeting. The primary business item is a findings of fact review regarding a discretionary request for 1465 NE 6th Street.

• Discretionary Review: 1465 NE 6th Street (Case 201-00546-25)

Small Business Task Force

The Small Business Task Force will hear a presentation on available resources for small businesses, discuss their appropriateness, and review goals from a prior meeting. The work session focuses on defining purpose, goals, and outcomes. No votes or action items are on the agenda.

• Presentation on available resources for small businesses by Terry Hopkins
• Discussion on appropriateness of each resource
• Review of goals from prior meeting
• Discussion on purpose, goals, and outcomes
• Approval of minutes from April 15, 2026

Land Use Hearings

The Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing to consider a Major Site Plan Review for a 4,535 sq ft commercial building replacement after a calamity at 839 Rogue River Hwy, in the General Commercial zone. The officer may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on criteria in the city development code.

• Major Site Plan Review for 4,535 sq ft commercial building replacement after calamity at 839 Rogue River Hwy

Committee on Public Art

The Committee on Public Art will review submissions and select an artist for up to 10 Art Boxes at this regular meeting. They will also discuss Porchfest and receive a staff update on Art in Motion. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes from April 14, 2026.

• Review submissions and select artist for up to 10 Art Boxes
• Discussion on Porchfest
• Staff update on Art in Motion
• Mural and Alley Gallery subcommittee updates
• Approval of minutes – April 14, 2026

The committee voted 6-1 to approve seven artworks for pole-mounted and standing utility boxes, assigning each piece to a specific city location. The 'Art in Motion' bus project remains on hold pending city attorney review, and the 'Wonderland' mural was chosen as June's Art of the Month. The committee also approved minutes from the April 14 meeting and decided to revise the Request for Proposals for remaining art boxes.

• Approved seven artworks for utility boxes at specified locations (6-1)
• Approved minutes of April 14, 2026, meeting (6-1)
• Selected 'Wonderland' mural as June Art of the Month
• Decided to reopen RFP for remaining art boxes with revised guidelines by June 1

Bikeways / Walkways Committee

The Bikeways and Walkways Committee will discuss updates on the Pump Track Joint Committee, Dollar Mountain Trail needs, and the Williams Pedestrian/Bike Path. They will also discuss connectivity along the Riverwalk to Reinhart, Riverside, and Baker Parks. No action items are scheduled.

• Pump Track Joint Committee update
• Dollar Mountain Trail needs in spring
• Williams Pedestrian/Bike Path
• Riverwalk connectivity to Reinhart, Riverside, and Baker Parks
• Future agenda item: GIS Biking and Walking Trail Map Updating Progress

The Grants Pass Bikeways and Walkways Committee met on May 12, 2026, and formally approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting. No action items were considered. Discussions centered on coordinating a pump track location recommendation with other city committees, removing the Williams pedestrian bike path item from future agendas, and receiving project updates from city staff. No binding decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of April 14, 2026 (unanimous)
• Agreed to remove Williams Pedestrian Bike Path from future agendas until more information is available
• Agreed to appoint Vice Chair Sussman and Member Abbott as liaisons for the pump track joint committee
• Discussed but took no action on pump track location, Dollar Mountain trails, and riverfront connectivity

Urban Tree Advisory Committee

The Grants Pass Urban Tree Advisory Committee will hold a regular meeting to discuss action items including committee appointments, community forestry, and the Urban Forest Management Plan. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and scheduling future meetings.

• Committee appointments discussion
• Our Community Forestry topic
• Urban Forest Management Plan discussion
• Meeting schedule planning

Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce

The Development Code Review Taskforce will hold a meeting to discuss Article 27, which covers access regulations. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and items from taskforce members, but no public hearings or binding decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Article 27 (Access) of the Grants Pass Development Code
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026 meeting
• Items from taskforce members

City Council Meetings

The Grants Pass City Council will consider several resolutions, including a salary and compensation study, fee waivers for the 2026 Frog O'Faire and Kids Day in the Park events at Riverside Park, and a reconsideration of an agreement with the Josephine County Visitors Association that adds Downtown Welcome Center operations. The council will also vote on consent items such as a contract for the Industry Drive Extension project and an interagency agreement for public transit service. Following the council meeting, the Urban Renewal Agency will convene to consider a blighted building removal grant of up to $50,000 to Future Properties, LLC.

• Resolution authorizing notice of intent to award non-bargaining salary and compensation study
• Resolution approving commercial activity and fee waiver for 2026 Frog O'Faire at Riverside Park
• Resolution reconsidering agreement with Josephine County Visitors Association for Downtown Welcome Center operations
• Consent: Resolution authorizing contract for Industry Drive Extension (Project TR6426)
• Urban Renewal: Resolution awarding Future Properties, LLC up to $50,000 for blighted building removal grant

The City Council awarded a compensation study contract and approved several fee waivers for Riverside Park events. The council also authorized agreements for public transit, road extensions, and boat launch operations. Additionally, the Urban Renewal Agency granted up to $50,000 to Future Properties, LLC for blighted building removal.

• Awarded non-bargaining salary and compensation study to Logic Compensation Group (4-3)
• Approved commercial activity and fee waiver for 2026 Frog O’Faire at Riverside Park (7-0)
• Approved fee waiver for 2026 Kids Day in the Park at Riverside Park (7-0)
• Adopted amended agreement with Josephine County Visitors Association for Welcome Center operations (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Authorized contract for Industry Drive Extension Project No. TR6426 (7-0)
• Authorized interagency agreement with Josephine County for public transit service (7-0)
• Approved Maintenance Assistance Grant for Baker Park Boat Launch (7-0)
• Awarded Future Properties, LLC up to $50,000 for blighted building removal (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The Grants Pass City Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing a non-bargaining salary and compensation study, approving fee waivers for the 2026 Frog O'Faire and Kids Day in the Park events at Riverside Park, and reconsidering an agreement with the Josephine County Visitors Association that includes Downtown Welcome Center operations. The consent agenda includes contracts for the Industry Drive Extension road project, an interagency transit agreement with Josephine County, a marine board grant for Baker Park Boat Launch, and support for a grant request to renovate the Hillcrest Fire Station. The Urban Renewal Agency will also meet to consider a blighted building removal grant of up to $50,000 to Future Properties, LLC.

• Resolution authorizing notice of intent to award a non-bargaining salary and compensation study
• Resolution approving commercial activity and a fee waiver for the 2026 Frog O'Faire at Riverside Park
• Resolution reconsidering the agreement with Josephine County Visitors Association, adding Downtown Welcome Center operations
• Consent agenda: resolution authorizing contract for Industry Drive Extension (Project No. TR6426)
• Urban Renewal Agency: resolution awarding Future Properties, LLC up to $50,000 for blighted building removal and underdeveloped land grant

City Council Meetings

The City Council adopted several resolutions, including a reconsidered agreement with the Josephine County Visitors Association to operate the Downtown Welcome Center, fee waivers for two park events, and authorization for a non-bargaining salary study. Consent items covered contracts for the Industry Drive Extension, public transit service, a boat launch grant, and a fire station renovation grant request. The Urban Renewal Agency approved a $50,000 grant for blighted building removal.

• Resolution to award non-bargaining salary study to Logic Compensation Group
• Fee waiver approval for 2026 Frog O'Faire at Riverside Park
• Fee waiver approval for 2026 Kids Day in the Park at Riverside Park
• Reconsidered agreement with Josephine County Visitors Association including Downtown Welcome Center operations (adopted as amended)
• Urban Renewal grant up to $50,000 to Future Properties, LLC for blighted building removal

Tourism Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a work session to discuss the Outdoor Recreation Summit, potential pump track locations, Tourism Promotion Grants, and an Outdoor Recreation Roundtable survey. Representatives from the Oregon Trails Coalition and Parks Superintendent will participate. The meeting also includes public comment and information sharing from Visit Grants Pass and liaisons.

• Outdoor Recreation Summit discussion with Chelsea Taylor from Oregon Trails Coalition
• Pump track locations discussion with Parks Superintendent Josh Hopkins
• Tourism Promotion Grant discussion
• Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) Survey discussion
• Items from Visit Grants Pass by Griffyn Storm

Budget Committee

The Grants Pass Budget Committee will receive the Administration Department budget presentation, take public comment, and vote on tentative program budget approval, the property tax rate, and the complete City Budget. The committee will then convene as the Urban Renewal Agency Budget Committee to elect officers, receive a budget message, and vote on the Urban Renewal Agency budget.

• Administration Department budget presentation
• Public comment on proposed budget
• Vote on tentative budget approval of programs
• Vote on property tax rate and complete City Budget
• Urban Renewal Agency budget vote

The committee voted to tentatively approve the Administration Department’s budget with 13 AYES and 0 NAYS. An IT replacement fund (Fund 814) was created and budgeted at $980,000 for FY27. Contingency funding was reduced by $2 million, mainly due to added police and fire personnel. Contractual services for city resting sites were cut by $241,000.

• Tentative approval of Administration Department budget (13-0)
• Creation of IT replacement fund (Fund 814) budgeted $980,000 for FY27
• Reduction of contingency by $2 million tied to added police and fire FTE
• Reduction of resting site contractual services by $241,000
• Management services personnel reduction of $108,000
• Legal services personnel increase of $27,000
• Human Resources personnel reduction of $43,000
• Finance budget shows 1% overall increase for FY27

City Council Workshops

The City Council holds a workshop to discuss Main Street performance metrics and a Destination Marketing Organization contract. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion session.

• Review of Main Street performance metrics
• Discussion of Destination Marketing Organization contract
• Agenda review for upcoming business meeting and calendar

Budget Committee

The Grants Pass Budget Committee will hold a meeting to receive the Public Works Department budget presentation and take public comment. The committee may vote on tentative approval of the programs discussed, and the hearing will continue to May 5, 2026.

• Public Works Department budget presentation and possible vote on tentative approval
• Capital tour included SE Conklin Avenue Sewer Replacement, Hillcrest Drive, Safe Routes to School, Nebraska Trail Apartments, Allen Creek Road reconstruction, Replacement Water Treatment Plant, and Owl Plaza
• Public comment period on budget proposals
• Discussion of general questions and information requests from committee members
• Continuation of hearing to Tuesday, May 5, 2026

The Budget Committee heard a detailed presentation from the Public Works Director on operating and capital budgets for transportation, stormwater, water, wastewater, solid waste, and support services. No formal votes or decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

Budget Committee

The Grants Pass Budget Committee will convene to elect officers, adopt ground rules, and receive the proposed FY2027 budget. Presentations are scheduled for the Police, Fire Rescue, and Community Development departments, along with an overview of strategic plan capital projects. The committee will take public comment and vote on tentative budget approval before continuing the hearing to April 30.

• Election of Budget Chair and Vice Chair
• Delivery of Budget Message and receipt of the FY2027 budget document
• Police Department budget presentation
• Fire Rescue budget presentation
• Community Development Department budget presentation

The Grants Pass Budget Committee voted unanimously to approve the recommended FY2027 budgets for the Police, Fire Rescue, and Community Development departments. The meeting included presentations on the city manager's budget message, capital projects, and department-specific proposals. The committee also elected a chair and vice chair, adopted ground rules, and ratified the hearing schedule. The meeting was continued to April 30, 2026.

• Approved FY2027 budgets for Police, Fire Rescue, and Community Development departments (unanimous)
• Elected Terry Hopkins as Budget Chair (unanimous, Hopkins abstained)
• Elected Tom Bradbeer as Budget Vice Chair (passed 9-5, Bradbeer abstained)
• Adopted Budget Committee ground rules (unanimous)
• Approved continuation of meeting past 9:00 pm (unanimous)
• Ratified Budget Hearing schedule for April 30 and May 5, 2026 (unanimous)

Urban Area Planning Commission

At its March 25 meeting, the Urban Area Planning Commission approved findings of fact for a major site plan at 2000 SW Bridge Street (Jantzer RV Park). Commissioners received a workshop presentation on a Middle Housing Land Division code amendment required by Senate Bill 458; a future public hearing will be held on the draft. No public hearings were conducted at this meeting.

• Approved Findings of Fact for Major Site Plan 201-00553-26 at 2000 SW Bridge Street (Jantzer RV Park) – unanimous 8-0 vote
• Workshop on Middle Housing Land Division code amendment – draft presented by MIG; still dynamic, public hearing to come
• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes

Urban Area Planning Commission

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold two public hearings: a subdivision proposal for townhouses on Poplar Drive and a discretionary review at 1465 NE 6th Street. Other business is limited to approval of minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing for Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision on Poplar Drive (case 201-00553-25)
• Public hearing for discretionary review at 1465 NE 6th Street (case 201-00546-25)

The commission voted unanimously to continue the public hearing for the Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision on Poplar Drive to June 10, 2026, after concerns about secondary access and fire safety were raised. The applicant stated he was not previously aware of the Fire Marshal's comments. The commission also approved a discretionary architectural review at 1465 NE 6th Street with conditions. Both motions passed 6-0.

• Approved minutes of March 25, 2026 meeting (6-0)
• Continued Pydel Fruitdale Townhouse Subdivision public hearing to June 10, 2026 (6-0)
• Approved discretionary architectural review at 1465 NE 6th Street with conditions (6-0)

Land Use Hearings

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing to consider a tentative plan review for the Pydel Fruitdale Estates, a 24-lot townhouse subdivision on Poplar Drive in the R-1-12 zoning district. The commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on city development code criteria.

• Tentative plan review for Pydel Fruitdale Estates 24-lot townhouse subdivision at Poplar Drive (TL 36-05-20-CB, TL 9100, Project 104-00160-25)

Land Use Hearings

The Urban Area Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a request for discretionary commercial design standards review and approval of a proposed new mixed-use commercial development at 1465 NE 6th St. The property is zoned General Commercial. The commission may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on Development Code criteria. Written testimony is due by 5 p.m. on the Monday before the hearing (April 20, 2026).

• Mixed-use commercial development at 1465 NE 6th St (tax lot 36-05-08-CA, TL 601)
• Public hearing with opportunity for oral and written testimony
• Decision subject to appeal to Grants Pass City Council

Public Safety Advisory Committee

The Public Safety Advisory Committee will review and follow up on recommendations for the Animal Control/Shelter Levy and coordinate with Josephine County on the Jail and Juvenile Justice Levy. The committee will also hear from state legislators on proposed amendments to HB3115, SB48, and Measure 110, along with a related initiative petition. A discussion on the Municipal Court is also scheduled.

• Follow-up on Animal Control/Shelter Levy recommendation
• Coordination with Josephine County on Jail/Juvenile Justice Levy
• Discussion with Rep. Yunker or Sen. Robinson on amendments to HB3115, SB48, and Measure 110
• Status of Initiative Petition related to HB3115
• Municipal Court discussion

Grants Pass Development Code Review Taskforce

Solid Waste Agency

Solid Waste Agency

The Solid Waste Agency will convene as a budget committee and consider multiple funding requests for clean-up and recycling programs. Items include the 34th Annual Rogue River Clean-Up, a free mattress recycling program, roadside trash pick-up, a community clean-up initiative, tire day events, and a YMCA flooring replacement. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and future agenda building.

• Convene to SWA Budget Committee Meeting
• RVCOG - 34th Annual Rogue River Clean-Up Funding Request
• Thrift Right Here - Josephine County Free Mattress Recycling Program Funding Request
• Josephine County Public Works - Roadside Trash Pick-up Funding Request
• Grants Pass Family YMCA – Main Entrance & Hallway Flooring Replacement Funding Request

The Josephine County/City of Grants Pass Solid Waste Agency board approved minutes from its January 20 meeting and appointed Ryan Nolan to the Budget Committee for FY27 by a 4-0 vote. Funding requests were deferred to a future meeting because too few budget committee members attended to form a quorum. Annual reports from SOS and Republic Services were presented, noting a 4.8% GTC index-based rate increase taking effect June 1 and a $153,273 over-profitability check to the agency.

• Approved January 20, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Appointed Ryan Nolan to the Solid Waste Agency Budget Committee for FY27 (4-0)
• Deferred funding requests to future agenda due to lack of quorum on budget committee

Small Business Task Force

The Small Business Task Force is holding a work session that includes a background presentation, election of a chair and vice chair, and discussion of next steps including meeting frequency. No action items or specific proposals are on the agenda beyond internal organization.

• Election of Taskforce Chair and Vice Chair
• Background presentation on task force issues
• Discussion of regular meeting frequency and times

The Small Business Task Force held its first meeting to establish its purpose and leadership. The group elected a Chair and Vice Chair and set a recurring meeting schedule to discuss local business stabilization and growth.

• Elected Ward Warren as Chair (5-4)
• Elected Nick Gates as Vice Chair (9-0)
• Established meeting schedule for second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 5:15 PM

Land Use Hearings

The Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing on a Major Site Plan Review for a proposed 8,504-square-foot Transportation Training Center at 3345 Redwood Hwy. The property is zoned Residential (R-4), and the officer may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request. Oral and written testimony will be accepted at the hearing or before it closes.

• Proposed 8,504 sq ft Transportation Training Center at 3345 Redwood Hwy
• Property in Residential (R-4) zoning district
• Project number 201-00555-26
• Public hearing scheduled for April 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

City Council Meetings

The council will hold a public hearing on the Community Development Block Grant to gather input on housing and community development priorities for the PY2026 Year 2 Annual Action Plan. Council members will consider several resolutions, including a resolution to approve commercial activity at Riverside Park and waive fees for the 2026 Concerts in the Park season, and a motion to readopt the city’s Investment Policy. The consent agenda contains routine items such as adopting the Financial Policy, authorizing an amendment to a multimodal corridor study agreement, and approving an agreement with the Energy Trust of Oregon for energy incentive funds.

• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant housing and community development needs (PY2026 Year 2 Annual Action Plan)
• Resolution approving commercial activity at Riverside Park and fee waiver for the 2026 Concerts in the Park season
• Motion to readopt the City’s Investment Policy
• Resolution authorizing amendment #1 to intergovernmental agreement for the 6th and 7th Street Multimodal Corridor Study
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Energy Trust of Oregon for energy incentive funds

City Council Meetings

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) needs for the PY2026 Annual Action Plan. They will also consider resolutions on a non-bargaining salary study, commercial activity fee waiver for the 2026 Concerts in the Park at Riverside Park, and readoption of the City’s Investment Policy. A property purchase at 124 NW Midland Avenue was removed from the agenda. The consent agenda includes items such as a multimodal corridor study, financial policy adoption, and a park lighting upgrade grant.

• Public hearing on housing and community development needs & priorities for PY2026 CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Resolution authorizing notice of intent to award non-bargaining salary and compensation study proposal
• Resolution approving commercial activity at Riverside Park and fee waiver for 2026 Concerts in the Park season
• Resolution approving purchase of real property at 124 NW Midland Avenue, Ste M (removed from agenda)
• Consent agenda: Resolution for Reinhart Volunteer Park Sports Lighting Upgrade Project via Oregon State Parks grant

The City Council approved the 2026 Concerts in the Park season with a fee waiver and commercial activity at Riverside Park. It also readopted the City's Investment Policy with additional provisions for local bank CDs. Council voted 5-1-1 to reconsider approving the Destination Marketing Organization contract, potentially reversing a prior decision. Several consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including an energy grant application and a sports lighting upgrade project.

• Approved Resolution 26-7670 for commercial activity at Riverside Park and fee waiver for 2026 Concerts in the Park (7-0)
• Readopted City Investment Policy (7-0); added $3M minimum for local bank CDs (7-0); kept full allowed investment list (6-1, Nicholas nay)
• Voted 5-1-1 to reconsider approving the Destination Marketing Organization contract (King, Marshall, Nicholas, Pell, Riker ayes; Benham nay; Schloegl abstain)
• Authorized notice of intent to award non-bargaining salary study proposal, with reference checks and project updates (6-0-1, Nicholas abstain)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7671 for ODOT IGA amendment for 6th/7th Street Multimodal Corridor Study (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7672 adopting City's Financial Policy (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7674 for agreement with Energy Trust of Oregon for incentive funds (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-7675 authorizing grant application for Reinhart Volunteer Park Sports Lighting Upgrade (7-0)

City Council Meetings

The City Council adopted a resolution to allow commercial activity at Riverside Park and waive fees for the 2026 Concerts in the Park season. They also held a public hearing on housing and community development needs for the PY2026 Annual Action Plan, with no action taken. Several consent agenda items were approved, including a multimodal corridor study amendment, a sports lighting grant application, and an agreement with Energy Trust of Oregon. A resolution to purchase property at 124 NW Midland Avenue was removed from the agenda.

• Resolution approving commercial activity and fee waiver for 2026 Concerts in the Park at Riverside Park
• Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant for PY2026 housing and community development needs
• Resolution for non-bargaining salary compensation study postponed
• Resolution to purchase real property at 124 NW Midland Avenue removed from agenda
• Consent agenda: amendment for 6th/7th Street Multimodal Corridor Study with ODOT, and grant application for Reinhart Volunteer Park sports lighting upgrade

Committee on Public Art

The Grants Pass Committee on Public Art will select an Art in Motion project and discuss parameters for tabling at events. The committee will also receive updates on art box locations and subcommittee work. The meeting includes public comment and approval of prior minutes.

• Selection of Art in Motion project (action item)
• Discussion of parameters for booth/tabling at events
• Update on Art Box locations from staff and council liaison
• Guidance for committee members applying for projects
• Public comment opportunity for non-action items

The Committee on Public Art approved four artworks for the Art in Motion bus project. The committee also established a recusal policy for members applying for art projects and identified 10 new art box locations.

• Approved artworks by Paul Brown, Cheryl Magellen, Tricia Sutton, and Sarah Bailey for Art in Motion (8-0)
• Approved March 10, 2026 meeting minutes as amended (7-0)
• Established policy requiring members to recuse themselves from selection if they apply for a project
• Reached consensus to add a plexiglass top to the Welcome Center piano bench

Bikeways / Walkways Committee

The Bikeways and Walkways Committee will hold a discussion-only meeting with no action items. Topics include progress on updating the GIS Biking and Walking Trail Map, needs for Dollar Mountain Trail in spring, and the Williams Pedestrian/Bike Path. The committee will also receive updates from local jurisdictions and address public comments.

• GIS Biking and Walking Trail Map updating progress
• Dollar Mountain Trail needs in spring
• Williams Pedestrian/Bike Path
• Future agenda: Access to Caveman Bridge
• Future agenda: Washing Blvd – Designated Crossing

The Bikeways/Walkways Committee met on April 14, 2026 and approved the minutes from the March 10, 2026 meeting. The motion was moved by Vice Chair Sussman, seconded by Member Waters, and passed with eight ayes, no nays, and no abstentions. Chair Lange was absent. No other actions or decisions were taken at this meeting.

• Approved March 10, 2026 minutes (8 ayes, 0 nays, 0 abstain; Chair absent)

Urban Tree Advisory Committee

The committee will consider appointments to fill a vacant seat, discuss the Tree Plotter software for tree inventory, and receive a council update. It will also approve minutes from March 9, 2026, and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Committee appointments to fill a vacant seat
• Discussion of Tree Plotter software
• Council update from liaison Joel King
• Approval of March 9, 2026 minutes
• Public comment period

The Grants Pass Urban Tree Advisory Committee approved the March 9, 2026 minutes as amended. No substantive decisions were made. Members received a demonstration of new tree inventory software Tree Plotter and discussed emerald ash borer monitoring. Staff reported that city council has approved creating an Urban Forester and Trails Coordinator position.

• Approved minutes of March 9, 2026 as amended (unanimous)

City Council Workshops

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss updates from local economic development organizations and the Reinhart Volunteer Park pump track project. The council will also review meeting protocol and the agenda, including a Public Safety Advisory Committee motion. Following the workshop, the council will convene in executive session to discuss real property transactions.

• Destination Marking Organization, SOREDI, Chamber of Commerce, Main Street, and Small Business Development Center update
• Reinhart Volunteer Park pump track discussion
• Council meeting protocol review
• Agenda review including Public Safety Advisory Committee motion
• Executive session under ORS 192.660(2)(e) for real property negotiations

Parks Advisory Committee

The Parks Advisory Committee will hold a routine meeting with roll call, approval of March minutes, public comment, and discussions on City Council updates and the Mark Brandt Wall of Fame. Committee members will also provide project updates and plan future agenda items.

• Approval of March 12, 2026 meeting minutes
• Public comment opportunity on non-agenda items
• Discussion of City Council updates
• Discussion of Mark Brandt Wall of Fame recognition
• Project updates from committee members

The committee approved the creation of a subcommittee to review survey results for Beacon Hill Park. Discussion included potential pump track locations and costs associated with adding names to the Mark Brandt Wall of Fame.

• Approved February 12, 2026 minutes
• Agreed to create a subcommittee for Beacon Hill Park surveys

Land Use Hearings

The Hearings Officer will hold a public hearing to consider a Conditional Use Permit request to modify an existing 'monopine' wireless communication facility at 263 Rogue River Hwy in Grants Pass, located in the General Commercial zoning district. The hearing is set for April 9, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the City Manager's Conference Room. The officer may approve, approve with conditions, or deny the request based on the city's development code.

• Conditional Use Permit for modification of a 'monopine' wireless communication facility at 263 Rogue River Hwy (tax lot 36-05-19-AD, TL 2400, project 206-00109-26)
• Property is in the General Commercial (GC) zoning district
• Approval criteria from Sections 16.360 & 16.371 of the Grants Pass Development Code
• Public testimony will be taken at the hearing; written submissions accepted prior

Historical Buildings and Sites Commission

The text contains minutes from three previous meetings (Nov 2025, Jan 2026, Feb 2026). No agenda for the April 9, 2026 meeting is present. The minutes show routine actions: approval of prior minutes, election of officers, discussion of historic marker display, and review of a survey for the Caretaker's Cottage adaptive use proposal.

• Election of Ward Warren as Chair and Terri Collins-Bain as Vice-Chair for 2026
• Approval of minutes from July 10, November 13, 2025, and January 22, 2026, with amendments
• Selection of historic photos for a new marker display
• Discussion of a public survey regarding overnight lodging at the Caretaker's Cottage in Riverside Park
• Recommendation to appoint Toni Webb to the commission (later reported withdrawn)

Historical Buildings and Sites Commission

The Historical Buildings & Sites Commission will discuss a renovation of the Partake Building and specifications for a historic marker, with possible motions. No action items are listed. The meeting includes public comment and approval of minutes from three prior meetings.

• Discussion of Partake Building Renovation
• Historic Marker specifications and possible motion
• Approval of meeting minutes from November 13, 2025, January 22, 2026, and February 19, 2026

Urban Area Planning Commission