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Gresham public meetings in 2022

49 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Gresham Redevelopment Commission - Meeting

Gresham Redevelopment Commission to review financial projections for urban renewal program through 2029

The Commission will hear a staff presentation on financial projections for the urban renewal program between the current fiscal year and the program's sunset in 2029. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting and an opportunity for public comment.

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Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Parks advisory group final report and community center feasibility study presented

The City Council will receive the final report from the Parks & Recreation Community Advisory Group, concluding a 12-month process to draft options for a comprehensive parks program. Council will also hear a final summary of a Community Center Feasibility Study from the consulting team of Opsis Architecture and Ballard*King & Associates. No public testimony is taken at this roundtable worksession.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews Parks & Recreation and Community Center reports

The City Council held a worksession to receive a final report from the Parks & Recreation Community Advisory Group and a final summary of a Community Center feasibility study. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

Tue Dec 13, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Council to vote on $748,672 ARPA match for Gresham-Fairview Trail

The Gresham City Council will consider allocating $748,672 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to match a Metro Regional Trails grant for the Gresham-Fairview Trail. The consent agenda includes approval of a janitorial services contract up to $217,332, adoption of four utility master plans, and a resolution certifying November 2022 election results. A work session will review principles for an upcoming Metro Affordable Housing Bond RFP.

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✓ Decided: Council approves water and wastewater master plans and legislative priorities

The City Council approved several master plans for city utilities and adopted legislative priorities. The Council also approved a funding match for the Gresham Fairview Trail and awarded a contract for janitorial services.

Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Council to vote on zoning changes for food carts, affordable housing, and shelters

The Gresham City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed comprehensive plan amendments for food and beverage carts, affordable housing, and emergency shelters. The Council will also consider a five-year contract with Invoice Cloud for payment processing services, approve appointments to the Youth Advisory Council, and discuss options for collecting hard-to-recycle materials.

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✓ Decided: Council approves comprehensive plan amendments for housing and food carts

The City Council approved comprehensive plan amendments regarding affordable housing, emergency shelters, and food and beverage carts. Council also directed staff to create a limited purpose license system for hard-to-recycle materials collection.

Tue Dec 6, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Council to discuss housing production strategy and legislative agenda

The Gresham City Council will hold a roundtable worksession to discuss two items: a Housing Production Strategy (HPS) as part of the 2022 Council Work Plan, fulfilling House Bill 2003, and a draft legislative agenda to guide the city's priorities and advocacy in upcoming sessions. No public testimony will be taken.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Housing Production Strategy Option B

The City Council held a work session to review the Housing Production Strategy and the legislative agenda. Council members unanimously decided to support Option B of the Housing Production Strategy Project.

Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Council to review voter poll results and discuss next steps

The Gresham City Council will hold a roundtable worksession to receive a presentation from Assistant City Manager Elizabeth Coffey on recent voter poll results and to provide policy direction on next steps. No public testimony will be taken at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews voter polling results for Gresham Financial Roadmap

The City Council received a presentation of data and analysis from Probolsky Research regarding a recent voter poll. Council members expressed support for a levy and three funding categories. The Council requested a future presentation on specific allocation amounts for each category.

Tue Nov 15, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Council to adopt supplemental budget and update purchasing rules

The Gresham City Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution No. 3529 to adopt a supplemental budget and appropriations for fiscal year 2022/23. The consent agenda includes approving meeting minutes, updating purchasing process requirements via Council Bill 12-22, approving a Type III plan map amendment (PMA 22-00460) for the Resvani project, and approving a five-year lease at Clear Creek Business Park. The meeting also features proclamations for Small Business Saturday and Native American Heritage Day, recognition of city retirees, and a report from the City Manager.

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✓ Decided: Gresham City Council adopts supplemental budget for Fiscal Year 2022/23

The City Council approved Resolution No. 3529 to adopt a supplemental budget and appropriations for Fiscal Year 2022/23. The Council also approved several consent agenda items, including a plan map amendment and a lease at Clear Creek Business Park.

Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Council discusses timeline for Climate Friendly & Equitable Communities Phase 2

The City Council will hold a roundtable worksession to follow up on the August 22 discussion of the Climate Friendly & Equitable Communities (CFEC) Phase 2, focusing on alternative dates. No public testimony will be taken.

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✓ Decided: City Council held worksession on Climate Friendly & Equitable Communities Phase 2

The City Council held a worksession to review a staff report and presentation regarding the Climate Friendly & Equitable Communities (CFEC) Phase 2. No formal actions were taken or decisions made during this meeting.

Tue Nov 1, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

✓ Decided: City Council approves public works agreement with Microchip Technology Inc.

The City Council approved a public works improvement agreement with Microchip Technology Incorporated. The Council also approved the meeting minutes from the consent agenda.

Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Council to consider Celestica Oregon LLC's $4.6M enterprise zone application

The Gresham City Council will hold a business meeting on October 18, 2022, to consider several consent agenda items and a public hearing. Key decisions include authorizing a $4.6 million enterprise zone investment for Celestica Oregon LLC, approving a policy to reimburse developers for waterline oversizing costs, and awarding a $300,000 contract for updating the Pleasant Valley District Plan. A public hearing will be held on a Type III plan map amendment for the Rezvani property.

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 03:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Council discusses expanding recycling to hard-to-recycle materials

The City Council will hold a worksession to review policy options for expanding recycling collection to include non-curbside items like clamshells, lights, clothes, and plastic film. No testimony is taken at this roundtable meeting. The session includes presentations from staff and haulers.

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Tue Oct 18, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Gresham Redevelopment Commission - Meeting

Gresham Redevelopment Commission to discuss urban renewal extension framework

The Gresham Redevelopment Commission will hold a business meeting to discuss an urban renewal extension framework. No public hearings are scheduled. The consent agenda includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings.

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Tue Oct 4, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council to review Metro Affordable Housing Bond funding

The City Council will discuss policy direction and review the city's share of Metro Affordable Housing Bond funding. The council is also considering a resolution to appropriate grant funds for emergency shelter and homelessness prevention.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Council discusses participatory budgeting and comprehensive plan amendments

The Gresham City Council is meeting for a roundtable worksession to review options for participatory budgeting. The council will also discuss development code updates for food and beverage carts and housing-related Senate Bill 8 and House Bill 3261.

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Tue Sep 20, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council to consider solid waste license extensions

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the extension of solid waste collection licenses. The body is also reviewing several consent items including new labor agreements and a banking services contract.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council discusses housing production strategy and DEI updates

The Gresham City Council is holding a roundtable worksession to discuss a housing production strategy in response to House Bill 2003. The meeting also includes a quarterly update on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council to vote on 2023-2026 Financial Road Map

The City Council will consider adopting a three-year financial plan and a collective bargaining agreement for firefighters. The meeting also includes updates on youth services, gun violence responses, and the Charter Review Committee.

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Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council reviews Oregon state climate rulemaking

The City Council is holding a roundtable worksession to review final rules adopted by the State of Oregon Department of Land Conservation & Development regarding Climate Friendly & Equitable Communities (CFEC). Staff will discuss the implementation timelines and policy questions for the City of Gresham.

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Tue Aug 16, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council to adopt strategic plan and financial road map

The City Council will consider adopting a new strategic plan and a Financial Road Map covering July 2023 through June 2026. The meeting also includes a detailed review of the Berry Dunn Police Organizational Assessment.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Gresham Redevelopment Commission - Meeting

Commission to consider grant program revisions and meeting minutes

The Gresham Redevelopment Commission will review proposed changes to the New Industries and Predevelopment Services Grant Programs. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the November 20, 2018, meeting.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 03:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council to discuss Eco-Districts and InfraCenters LLC

The Gresham City Council is holding a roundtable worksession to receive additional information about Eco-Districts. Staff and InfraCenters LLC will present on utility stacks for zero-carbon energy, thermal, wastewater, digital, and mobility solutions. The city is seeking council consensus on potential next steps.

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Tue Jul 19, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council considers two-year ban on psilocybin service centers

The City Council will discuss a temporary ban on state-licensed psilocybin product manufacturers and service centers. Other business includes expanding the Cascade Well Field Protection Area and amending city code chapters. The council will also review reports from the Police Chief and City Manager.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council to review financial stability plan and parks update

The City Council will receive staff updates on the Parks & Recreation 2022 Council Work Plan and the Financial Sustainability project. Discussions will include revised revenue targets and a proposed three-year path to financial stability.

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Tue Jul 5, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council discusses community grant plans and service contracts

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding annual action plans for the Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs. The meeting also includes a consent agenda for election results and materials testing service contracts.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Gresham Redevelopment Commission - Meeting

Commission to hold public hearing on Fiscal Year 2022/23 budget

The Gresham Redevelopment Commission is meeting to conduct a public hearing regarding the budget and appropriations for the Rockwood-West Gresham Urban Renewal Area. The body will consider approving Resolution No. 50 to finalize the Fiscal Year 2022/23 budget.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council to review draft Strategic Plan

The Gresham City Council will review a draft Strategic Plan and consider proposed refinements. The session includes community and staff feedback and a presentation by BerryDunn.

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Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council discusses public safety updates and recycling collection options

The City Council will receive an update on the Safe Gresham initiative regarding prevention, intervention, and collaboration. Staff will also present policy options for expanding the collection of hard to recycle materials like Styrofoam and lightbulbs.

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Tue Jun 7, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council discusses land use, fee updates, and a $400,000 fund transfer

The City Council will consider several items including comprehensive plan amendments for food carts, affordable housing, and emergency shelters. The agenda also includes a request to transfer $400,000 from the General Fund contingency and various land use changes.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council discusses potential revenue tools for long-term financial roadmap

The City Council will review an analysis of potential revenue tools and how they might be combined. Assistant City Manager Elizabeth Coffey will present the findings to receive initial direction on which tools to further explore.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Council to consider $11.55 million investment for Breakside Brewery

The Gresham City Council will hold a business meeting to vote on an Enterprise Zone application and a multi-year capital improvement program. The body will also conduct a public hearing regarding a middle housing project.

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Tue May 17, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Gresham Redevelopment Commission - Meeting

Commission discusses property sale price and Sunrise Site developer selection

The Commission will consider updating the Urban Renewal Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2022/23 through 2026/27. Members will also review a second amendment to a property sale agreement and a land disposition strategy for the Sunrise Site.

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Tue May 3, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council discusses water and transportation system development charges

The City Council will consider several enactment readings and resolutions regarding city codes and development charge lists. The meeting includes a public hearing on transportation system development charges and a work session regarding DEI efforts.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Gresham Redevelopment Commission - Meeting

Commission considers developer for Sunrise Site project

The Gresham Redevelopment Commission will review a draft five-year Urban Renewal Capital Improvement Program. The body will also consider a recommendation to enter an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with HMS Development for the Sunrise Site.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council to review strategic planning environmental scan results

The Gresham City Council will receive a presentation from Berry Dunn and Buffalo Cloud Consulting regarding community engagement results. This information is intended to inform discussions at the April 20 Council Retreat.

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Tue Apr 19, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council to consider police vehicle purchases and training facility lease

The City Council will discuss the eviction moratorium policy and consider several police department requests. The body is also reviewing a code amendment regarding private property impounds.

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Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Council discusses financial roadmap and proposed rule edits

The City Council will review an assessment of organizational capacity and resource needs for a long-term financial sustainability plan. Staff will also present suggested edits to the Council Rules for discussion.

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Tue Apr 5, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

City Council to establish building, housing, and development fees

The Gresham City Council will consider resolutions to set fees and charges for building, housing, and development codes. The council will also hold a work session to explore the feasibility of reestablishing a municipal court.

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Tue Mar 29, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council discusses technology purchases and planning commission appointments

The City Council will consider several items including a $600,000 purchase of computer equipment using ARPA funds. The agenda also includes public hearings for the Eastside Timbers Futsal Facility and various staff and commission appointments.

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Tue Mar 29, 2022 · 03:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council discusses housing updates and middle housing code

The City Council is receiving a staff update on housing and houselessness. Council is also being asked for direction on moving into the adoption phase for draft Development Code updates regarding middle housing.

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Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council holds strategic plan workshop with BerryDunn consultants

The City Council is meeting for a roundtable worksession to discuss the city's strategic planning process. Consultants will provide an update and facilitate a visioning session ahead of the April 20 Council Retreat.

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Tue Mar 1, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council to discuss Wy-East Trail and Eco-Innovation Center

The City Council will consider several resolutions including youth violence prevention grants and a right-of-way annexation. The meeting includes work sessions on the Wy-East Trail and the Utility Finance Assistance Program.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 03:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Gresham City Council to discuss food cart policy and Safe Gresham initiative

The City Council will review staff findings on food cart policies and procedures to determine implementation options. Additionally, the council will receive an update on the Safe Gresham initiative's efforts regarding community violence prevention.

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Tue Feb 15, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

City Council considers wastewater equipment purchases and code amendments

The Gresham City Council will discuss updates to the city's wastewater and solid waste codes. The body is also considering several equipment purchases for Environmental Services and a property damage settlement.

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Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

Council discusses ARPA funding and financial roadmap

The Council will discuss potential projects for immediate funding from current ARPA allocations. Staff will also begin discussing the approach for $12.7 million in ARPA funds expected in fall 2022.

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Tue Feb 1, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Council to consider Rockwood-West Gresham Renewal Plan extension

The City Council will discuss a resolution to extend the Rockwood-West Gresham Renewal Plan through June 30, 2029. This item involves submitting an amendment measure to voters on the May 17, 2022, ballot. The meeting also includes a homeless services update and a report from the City Manager.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 02:30 PM

Gresham Redevelopment Commission - Meeting

Commission discusses extending Rockwood-West Gresham Renewal Plan to 2029

The Commission is reviewing an update on the proposal to extend the Rockwood-West Gresham Renewal Plan expiration from 2023 to 2029. This extension would allow the use of $37 million in remaining funds and requires voter approval in the May 2022 election.

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Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

Gresham City Council discusses transportation, housing, and enterprise zone updates

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding the Clackamas to Columbia Corridor Plan and the 2021-22 HOME Action Plan. The meeting also includes a public hearing for the Transportation System Plan Update and discussions on Enterprise Zone policy changes.

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Tue Jan 4, 2022 · 04:00 PM

City Council - Roundtable Worksession

City Council to discuss transportation grant priorities

The City Council is holding a worksession to provide guidance on upcoming Regional flexible funding for transportation projects from Metro. Staff members Steve Fancher, Chris Strong, and Brian Monberg will present to the Council.

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Tue Jan 4, 2022 · 06:00 PM

City Council - Business Meeting

City Council to consider appeal of Arts Plaza design decision

The Gresham City Council will hold a public hearing to decide whether to affirm or deny an appeal regarding the Design Commission's November 8, 2021, decision for Application DR-21-423. The council will also vote for the 2022 Council President and consider a service preservation ordinance.

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