Grants Pass public meetings in 2022
21 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing on housing and community development needs for the PY2022 Annual Action Plan. Members will also consider ordinances regarding minimum residential density standards and updates to the Comprehensive Plan's Housing Element.
- Ordinance establishing minimum residential density standards
- Grant up to $50,000 for Three Peaks Holdings LLC at 228 SE K Street
- Ordinance vacating the common property line between tax lots 301 & 302 of map 36-05-28-C0
- Contract with Grants Pass/Josephine County Chamber of Commerce for visitor services
- Purchase of a replacement Battalion Chief Command vehicle
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing on housing and community development needs for the PY2022 Year 3 Annual Action Plan. The body is also considering ordinances regarding minimum residential density standards and updates to the Comprehensive Plan's Housing Element.
- Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant housing and community development needs
- Ordinance establishing minimum residential density standards in Development Code Article 12
- Grant up to $50,000 for Three Peaks Holdings LLC at 228 SE K Street
- Contract with Pathway Enterprises, Inc. for parks janitorial services
- Resolution establishing a temporary Parklet Program
City Council Meetings
The City Council decided on updates to the Development Code regarding residential density and approved several business grants and contracts. The body also authorized commercial activities for local festivals and established a temporary Parklet Program.
- Adopted ordinance establishing minimum residential density standards in Development Code Article 12
- Awarded Three Peaks Holdings LLC a matching grant up to $50,000 for property at 228 SE K Street
- Adopted resolution establishing a temporary Parklet Program
- Authorized contract with Grants Pass/Josephine County Chamber of Commerce for visitor services
- Approved purchase of a replacement Battalion Chief Command vehicle
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider an ordinance to establish minimum residential density standards. Action items include contracts for water restoration plant projects and various municipal agreements.
- Public hearing on amending Development Code Article 12 regarding residential density standards
- Contract authorization for Water Restoration Plant Heat Exchanger (Project SE6405)
- Contract authorization for Water Restoration Plant Digester Rehab (Project SE6416)
- Resolution to purchase a replacement Hi-Vac Combination Jet/Vac Truck
- Resolution to terminate the COVID-19 State of Emergency declaration
City Council Meetings
The City Council approved several resolutions including water treatment chemical agreements and a storm division truck purchase. Council also directed staff to create a one-year temporary Parklet Program and voted to extend the use of porta potties in Riverside Park for 60 days.
- Ordinance amending Development Code Article 12 regarding minimum residential density standards
- Contract for Water Restoration Plant Replacement Heat Exchanger (SE6405) and Digester Rehab (SE6416)
- Direction to staff to develop a 1-year temporary Parklet Program
- Decision to keep porta potties in Riverside Park for an additional 60 days
- Purchase of a replacement Hi-Vac Combination Jet/Vac Truck for the Stormwater Division
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider an ordinance to establish minimum residential density standards. The agenda also includes actions regarding water restoration projects, parklets, and various city service agreements.
- Public hearing for ordinance amending Development Code Article 12 Zoning Districts
- Contract authorization for Water Restoration Plant Heat Exchanger (SE6405) and Digester Rehab (SE6416)
- Discussion of Grants Pass parklets
- Disposition of temporary porta potties in Riverside Park
- Purchase of a replacement Hi-Vac Combination Jet/Vac Truck
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider amendments to municipal codes and fee schedules regarding electric vehicle charging. The meeting also includes a resolution for painting the Caveman Pool basin and deck.
- Public hearing for an ordinance vacating a common property line between tax lots 900 and 1000
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding electric vehicle charging spaces, signs, and civil penalties
- Resolution to contract The Oregon Painting Company for Caveman Pool basin and deck painting
- Resolution amending the Comprehensive Fee Schedule for electric vehicle charging station fees and fines
- Motion to appoint six members to the Tourism Advisory Committee
City Council Meetings
The City Council is considering updates to the municipal code and fee schedule regarding electric vehicle charging stations. The body will also decide on a painting contract for the Caveman Pool and various land-use amendments.
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding electric vehicle charging spaces, signs, and penalties
- Resolution to add electric vehicle charging station fees and fines to the Comprehensive Fee Schedule
- Contract with The Oregon Painting Company to paint the Caveman Pool basin and deck
- Public hearing on vacating the common property line between tax lots 900 and 1000 of map 36-05-30-AA
- Development Code Text Amendments to Articles 22, 23, 25 and 30 regarding landscape findings of fact
City Council Meetings
The City Council updated the municipal code and fee schedule to establish regulations and penalties for electric vehicle charging stations. The body also approved a contract for pool maintenance and appointed members to the Tourism Advisory Committee.
- Ordinance amending municipal code regarding electric vehicle charging spaces, signs, and civil penalties
- Resolution adding electric vehicle charging station fees and fines to the Comprehensive Fee Schedule
- Contract with The Oregon Painting Company to paint the Caveman Pool basin and deck
- Appointment of six members to the Tourism Advisory Committee
- Ordinance vacating the common property line between tax lots 900 and 1000 of map 36-05-30-AA
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing on amendments to the Development Code regarding landscape design. The body is also deciding on a new police labor contract and fireworks prohibitions. Other items include a grant for the Redwood Grange and the creation of an Economic Development Manager position.
- Second reading of ordinance amending Development Code Articles 22, 23, 25, and 30 regarding landscape design
- Second reading of ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 9.12.270 regarding the prohibition of fireworks
- Resolution awarding a System Development Charge matching grant to Redwood Grange at 1830 Redwood Avenue
- Resolution authorizing a three-year labor contract with the Grants Pass Police Association (GPPA)
- Resolution creating a position of Economic Development Manager
City Council Meetings
The City Council adopted ordinances amending the Development Code regarding landscape design and the Municipal Code regarding the prohibition of fireworks. The body also approved a labor contract for the police association and created a new Economic Development Manager position.
- Ordinance amending Development Code Articles 22, 23, 25, and 30 related to landscape design
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 9.12.270 Prohibition of Fireworks
- System Development Charge matching grant for Redwood Grange at 1830 Redwood Avenue
- Three-year labor contract with the Grants Pass Police Association (GPPA)
- Creation of an Economic Development Manager position
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing on landscape design amendments to the Development Code. The body is also deciding on a new police labor contract and a fireworks prohibition ordinance.
- Ordinance amending Development Code Articles 22, 23, 25, and 30 regarding landscape design
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 9.12.270 regarding the prohibition of fireworks
- Resolution for a System Development Charge matching grant for Redwood Grange at 1830 Redwood Avenue
- Resolution authorizing a three-year labor contract with the Grants Pass Police Association (GPPA)
- Resolution creating an Economic Development Manager position
City Council Meetings
The City Council will consider amendments to the Development Code regarding residential, landscape, parking, and loading standards. The agenda also includes a vote on amending the municipal code regarding fireworks and adopting the 2022-2023 Strategic Plan.
- Public hearing for Development Code amendments (Articles 22, 23, 25, and 30)
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 9.12.270 regarding fireworks
- Resolution adopting the City’s Strategic Plan for 2022-2023
- Appointment of one member to the Parks Advisory Committee
- Appointment of nine members to the Caveman Plaza Taskforce
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Development Code's landscape design standards. The body is also considering updates to fireworks prohibitions and the adoption of the 2022-2023 Strategic Plan.
- Public hearing on Development Code amendments for landscape design, parking, and loading
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 9.12.270 regarding the prohibition of fireworks
- Resolution adopting the City’s Strategic Plan for 2022-2023
- Contract for the FY’21 Sanitary Sewer Replacement Project (Project No. SE6375)
- Agreement with Four Seasons Nursery for the downtown flower basket program
City Council Meetings
The City Council adopted the 2022-2023 Strategic Plan and several consent agenda items. The council also held a public hearing regarding amendments to the Development Code and considered an ordinance regarding fireworks prohibitions.
- Public hearing for Development Code amendments regarding residential, landscape, parking, and definitions
- Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 9.12.270 regarding prohibition of fireworks
- Resolution adopting the City’s Strategic Plan for 2022-2023
- Appointment of Shane Hickman to the Parks Advisory Committee
- Appointment of nine members to the Caveman Plaza Taskforce
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing on amending development codes related to landscape design and parking. The body is also deciding on franchise agreements for sanitation services and various grant awards for building renovations.
- Ordinance amending Development Code Articles 22, 23, 25, and 30 regarding landscape design
- Updated franchise agreements with Southern Oregon Sanitation and Republic Services
- Building Renovation Grants up to $50,000 and design grants of $3,357.50 for 230 and 232 NW 6th Street
- Appointment of Augustus Ogu as City Attorney
- Resolution to adjust salary schedules for IAFF Local 3564
City Council Meetings
The City Council adopted several resolutions including updated franchise agreements for Southern Oregon Sanitation and Republic Services. The council also approved design and building renovation grants for properties on NW 6th Street and authorized a federal grant application for fire and emergency response staffing.
- Updated franchise agreement with Southern Oregon Sanitation (Adopted)
- Updated franchise agreement with Republic Services (Adopted as amended)
- Design and Building Renovation Grants for 232 NW 6th Street up to $50,000 (Adopted)
- Design and Building Renovation Grants for 230 NW 6th Street up to $50,000 (Adopted)
- SAFER Grant Application through Department of Homeland Security (Adopted)
City Council Meetings
The City Council will hold a public hearing on updating development code articles related to landscape design. The body is also deciding on franchise agreements for sanitation services and various grant awards for building renovations.
- Ordinance amending Development Code Articles 22, 23, 25, and 30 regarding landscape design
- Updated franchise agreements with Southern Oregon Sanitation and Republic Services
- Building Renovation Grants up to $50,000 and design grants of $3,357.50 for 230 and 232 NW 6th Street
- Appointment of Augustus Ogu as City Attorney
- Amendment to ODOT Local Agency Agreement No. 28945 for Allen Creek Road Improvements
City Council Meetings
The City Council will vote on contracts for an asset management software module and a stormwater replacement project. The body will also appoint a member to the Housing Advisory Committee and elect a Council President.
- Contract with Tyler Technologies for an Asset Management Module
- Contract for the F and 6th streets Stormwater Replacement Project (Project No. DO6353)
- Five-year contract with Rogue Valley Council of Governments for stormwater permit compliance
- Firewise Grant Agreement with Josephine County
- Appointment of one member to the Housing Advisory Committee
City Council Meetings
The City Council will decide on a contract for an asset management module and a member appointment to the Housing Advisory Committee. The body will also review several consent items including stormwater permits and a grant agreement with Josephine County.
- Contract with Tyler Technologies for an Asset Management Module
- Five-year contract with Rogue Valley Council of Governments for stormwater permit compliance
- Contract for the F and 6th streets Stormwater Replacement Project (Project No. DO6353)
- Firewise Grant Agreement with Josephine County
- Recommendation to repair and restore the historic Redwood Empire sign
City Council Meetings
The City Council adopted several resolutions for infrastructure and administrative services. The body also appointed a new member to the Housing Advisory Committee and elected Joel King as Council President.
- Contract with Tyler Technologies for an Asset Management Module
- Five-year contract with Rogue Valley Council of Governments for stormwater permit compliance
- Contract for the F and 6th streets Stormwater Replacement Project (No. DO6353)
- Firewise Grant Agreement with Josephine County
- Appointment of Kathleen Foster to the Housing Advisory Committee