Independence, Oregon

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City of Independence Library Board Monday, July 27, 2026 @ 5:00 PM Canceled 1. Meeting Canceled The July 27, 2026 meeting of the Independence Library Board has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 28, 2026.

Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Work Session Agenda City Council Tuesday, July 28, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Reports/Presentations 3.1. Update on Potential Closure of Library, Museum, and Parks 4. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The City Council will hold this work session in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83037470429?pwd=COaKflURL2EZVuRGWR4mJwJrVofFSG.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 830 3747 0429 and Passcode: 343167 Please Note: Public comments are not accepted during work sessions. Any written public comments received will be included in the agenda packet for the next regular meeting. Written comments may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected]. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 14:00

General

Event Center

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City of Independence Special Event Event Center, City Hall Thursday, July 30, 2026 @ 2:00 PM 1. Join Us in Celebrating Jeff Kennedy's Retirement The City will hold a retirement event for Jeff Kennedy on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 2:00-4:00 pm in the Event Center at City Hall. The Mayor and some City Councilors may attend, and a quorum may be present, but no decisions will be made.

Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Sep 7, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Jan 25, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue Jan 26, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Feb 10, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue Feb 23, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Mar 10, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Mar 22, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue Mar 23, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Apr 14, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Apr 26, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue Apr 27, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon May 3, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon May 10, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed May 12, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu May 20, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon May 24, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue May 25, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Jun 7, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Jun 9, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Mon Jun 14, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Thu Jun 17, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Tue Jun 22, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Jun 28, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Mon Jul 5, 2027 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Jul 12, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Jul 14, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Jul 15, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Jul 26, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Tue Jul 27, 2027 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

Mon Aug 9, 2027 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

Wed Aug 11, 2027 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

Thu Aug 19, 2027 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

Mon Aug 23, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Mon Sep 27, 2027 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

Recent meetings

Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

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City of Independence Canceled Parks Board Thursday, July 16, 2026 @ 6:00 PM 1. Meeting Canceled The Parks Board Meeting scheduled for July 16, 2026 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is August 20, 2026.

Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Tuesday, July 14, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 06/23/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Reports/Presentations 5.1. Center Street Bridge Project Update (ODOT) 5.2. Mayor 5.3. Council Liaison Reports 5.3.1. Councilor Sorce: MINET Board 5.3.2. Councilor Roden: Parks Board 5.4. City Manager 6. Unfinished Business 7. New Business 7.1. Public Hearing: CDBG Grant Funding (Irvine) 7.2. Liquor License Application, Change of Ownership: Mendi's Pizza (Gilbert) 7.3. Public Hearing: Proposed Ordinance 1638, an Ordinance to Adopt a Set of Revisions to the Independence Development Code to Implement Recommendations from the Housing Production Strategy (Evander) 7.4. Q3 Financials (Carey) 7.5. Q3 Board, Commission, Committee Appointments (West) 7.6. Executive Session, 3rd Floor Conference Room Pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e) to conduct deliberations with persons designated by the governing body to negotiate real property transactions. 7.7. Potential Action from Executive Session: Real Estate Negotiation (West) 8. Council Announcements 9. General Information 9.1. Management Team Notes 9.1.1. 06/24/2026 9.2. Miscellaneous Correspondence. Any communications received after publication of the agenda packet, but before 3:00 pm the date of the meeti [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Historic Preservation Commission Monday, July 13, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 03/26/2026 3.2. Regular Meeting 04-23-2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Staff Reports/Presentations - Other 6. Unfinished Business 7. New Business 7.1. Training about project review in the Independence Historic District 8. Other Discussion/Information Items 9. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Historic Preservation Commission will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89288325955?pwd=3XFIA0WXyOjS2DmX7vNpBDbvXQVzda.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 892 8832 5955 and Passcode: 641448 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected] no later than 4:00 pm the day of the meeting. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Jul 9, 2026 · 14:00

General

City Hall, Council Chambers

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City of Independence Special Event Thursday, July 9, 2026 @ 2:00 PM Council Chambers, City Hall Join Us in Celebrating Gerald Fisher's Retirement The City will hold a retirement event for Gerald Fisher on Thursday, July 9, 2026, from 2:00-4:00 pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall. The Mayor and some City Councilors may attend, and a quorum may be present, but no decisions will be made.

Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Advisory Board meeting canceled for July 8, 2026

The Museum Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026.

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Museum Meeting Room

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City of Independence Museum Advisory Board Wednesday, July 8, 2026 @ 5:30 PM 1. Meeting Canceled The Museum Advisory Board Meeting scheduled for July 8, 2026 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is August 12, 2026.

Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Village Green in Edwards Addition , Monmouth

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City of Independence Planning Commission Monday, July 6, 2026 @ 7:00 PM Village Green in Edwards Addition (at Gwinn Street E and Edwards Road S) Monmouth, Oregon 97361 1. Planning Commission Walking Tour The Planning Commission will meet at the Village Green in Edwards Addition (at Gwinn Street E and Edwards Road S, Monmouth, OR) for a walking tour of Edwards Edition. Although a quorum may be present, no decisions will be made. The public is invited to attend.

Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 16:30

City Council

City Council to participate in Independence Walking Tour

The City Council is attending a walking tour titled 'Independence Walking Tour: Post-War Years'. The agenda states that no deliberations will occur and no decisions will be made during this event.

Walking tour starting at Main St. & C St

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City of Independence Special Event City Council Wednesday, June 24, 2026 @ 4:30 PM 1. Independence Walking Tour: Post-War Years The City is hosting a walking tour in Independence starting at 4:30 pm at the corner of Main St. & C St on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. City Council members, Board/Commission Members, and community members are invited to attend. City Council and Board/Commission members may attend, and a quorum may be present, but no deliberations will occur, or decisions will be made.

Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:45

Urban Renewal Agency

City Hall, Council Chambers

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City of Independence Urban Renewal Agency Tuesday, June 23, 2026 @ 6:45 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order * Immediately following the City Council meeting * 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 06/09/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Unfinished Business 6. New Business 6.1. Proposed Resolution 2026-02: Budget Adjustment 7. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Urban Renewal Agency will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82444430869?pwd=5LC9tvPe3AUbvllyqknzzIbqOLxxVm.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 824 4443 0869 and Passcode: 722455 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected] no later than 4:00 pm the day of the meeting. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Tuesday, June 23, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 06/09/2026 3.2. Work Session Minutes 06/09/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Reports/Presentations 5.1. Mayor 5.2. City Manager 6. Unfinished Business 6.1. 2nd Reading: Proposed Ordinance # 1639, An Ordinance Adopting Independence Municipal Code (IMC) Chapter 2, Administration, Article VIII, Service Fees; and Amending IMC 34-400, Utility Service Biling (West) 7. New Business 7.1. Proposed Resolution # 26-1657: A Resolution Classifying Certain Fees and Charges as Not Subject to the Limitations of Article XI, Section 11b of the Oregon Constitution (Measure 5) (West) 7.2. Public Hearing: To Consider renaming “Madrona Street E.” in Independence to “I Street” (Evander) 7.3. Proposed Ordinance # 1640: To Consider renaming “Madrona Street E.” in Independence to “I Street” (Evander) 7.4. Executive Session, 3rd Floor Conference Room Pursuant to ORS 192.660(2)(e) to conduct deliberations with persons designated by the governing body to negotiate real property transactions. 7.5. Potential Action from Executive Session: Real Estate Negotiation (West) 7.6. Public Hearing: CDBG Grant Funding (Irvine) 7.7. Proposed Resolution # 26-1655: Budget Adjustment (Carey) 7.8. Public Hearing: Proposed Resolu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Library Board to discuss budget and board vacancies

The Library Board will meet to review the director's report and discuss the budget. The board will also address trustee resources and current board vacancies.

Budget discussion
Board vacancies
Trustee resources
Friends of the Library report
Advocacy and Promotions report

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Independence Public Library

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City of Independence Library Board Monday, June 22, 2026 @ 5:00 PM Independence Public Library (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 05/18/2026 4. Director Report 5. Committee Reports 5.1. Friends of the Library 5.2. Advocacy and Promotions 6. Board Business 6.1. Budget Discussion 6.2. Trustee Resources 7. Unfinished Business 7.1. Board Vacancies 8. New Business 9. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Library Board will hold this meeting in-person in the Library meeting room, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. ● To attend in person, the Library at 175 Monmouth St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87970758042?pwd=8Ly3vbvmdlmQB5qeinaA6LeI2erFUH.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 879 7075 8042 and Passcode: 017770 The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

Event Center-Heritage Room

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City of Independence Canceled Parks Board Thursday, June 18, 2026 @ 6:00 PM 1. Meeting Canceled The Parks Board Meeting scheduled for June 18, 2026 has been canceled. The Storm Water Master Plan Open House #2 will be held that night instead. The next regular meeting is July 16, 2026.

Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 18:00

Traffic Safety Commission

City Hall - Ash Creek Meeting Room

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City of Independence Traffic Safety Commission Wednesday, June 17, 2026 @ 6:00 PM Civic Center - Ash Creek Meeting Room (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 02/18/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Staff Reports/Presentations 5.1. Traffic Data: February 7 to May 31, 2026 5.2. Vehicular Incidents by month: February-May 2026 5.3. Work with local agencies on focused enforcement in the school zones 6. Action/Discussion Items 7. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Traffic Safety Commission will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall, Ash Creek Meeting Room, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89262753130?pwd=JNAeQmOyOB6HDlQhMaeOKEjFFKrn1S.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 892 6275 3130 and Passcode: 700752 The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to discuss housing code changes and a street renaming request

The Independence Planning Commission will meet to review minutes, discuss unfinished business, and hold a public hearing on housing development code changes. The agenda also includes an extension request for a subdivision project and a request to rename a street.

Public Hearing: Housing Development Code Changes
Extension Request for SUB 2024-01 (940 S. 7th Street)
Street Naming Request: Rename Madrona Street E. in Southwest Crossing Subdivision
Discussion: Park and Open Space Dedication Requirements
Review of Regular Meeting Minutes (05/04/2026)

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City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Amended 6/09/2026 Planning Commission Monday, June 15, 2026 @ 7:00 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 05/04/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Reports/Presentations 6. Unfinished Business 7. New Business 7.1. Extension Request for SUB 2024-01 (940 S. 7th Street) 7.2. Public Hearing - More Housing, Same (Great) Neighborhood Development Code Changes 7.3. Street Naming Request: Rename Madrona Street E. in Southwest Crossing Subdivision 7.4. Discussion: Park and Open Space Dedication Requirements 8. Other Discussion/Information Items 9. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Planning Commission will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82242492103?pwd=W5cC1nSbtEmiwXFfZTkwSqb5S2MrJ8.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 822 4249 2103 and Passcode: 294721 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected] no later than 4:00 pm the day of the meeting. The meeting location is acc [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

Museum Meeting Room

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City of Independence Museum Advisory Board Wednesday, June 10, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Museum Meeting Room (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 05/13/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Staff Report 6. HMS Update 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business 8.1. Election of Advisory Board Secretary 9. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Museum Advisory Board will hold this meeting in-person at the Heritage Museum, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. ● To attend in person, the Museum address is 281 2nd Street, Independence, OR 97351. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83741881865?pwd=gZbWKFHcq2FbvCqFRkbBLzh0MGdn4q.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 837 4188 1865 and Passcode: 534862 The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:45

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency to consider FY 2026-27 budget adoption

The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to discuss new business and review previous minutes. The primary action item is the adoption of the budget for fiscal year 2026-27.

Budget Adoption, FY 2026-27

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City of Independence Urban Renewal Agency Tuesday, June 9, 2026 @ 6:45 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order * Immediately following the City Council meeting * 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 03/10/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Unfinished Business 6. New Business 6.1. Budget Adoption, FY 2026-27 7. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Urban Renewal Agency will hold this meeting immediately following the city council meeting in-person in the City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85343318162?pwd=TKjDGaJaYC8dsXqiaacmhvbZNYcr1s.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 853 4331 8162 and Passcode: 147884 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected] no later than 4:00 pm the day of the meeting. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City of Independence Minutes Urban Renewal Agency Meeting Tuesday, June 9, 2026 1. Call to Order. Mayor Schwarzler called the meeting to order at 8:20 PM 2. Roll Call. Mayor Schwarzler present. Present: Councilor Evan Sorce Councilor Dawn Roden Councilor Bill Boisvert Councilor/Council President Kathy Martin-Willis Councilor Marilyn Morton Councilor Shannon Corr Absent: City Staff Present: Kenna West, City Manager Amanda Christensen, HR Director Amanda Carey, Finance Director Jason Kistler, IT Director Lyle Gilbert, Police Lieutenant Gerald Fisher, Public Works Director 3. Minutes. 3.1. Regular Meeting 03/10/2026. Action: Councilor/Council President Martin-Willis moved to approve the minutes of March 10, 2026; Councilor Corr seconded. Discussion: None. Roll call vote. Motion 6-0-0 Ayes: Evan Sorce, Dawn Roden, Bill Boisvert, Kathy Martin-Willis, Marilyn Morton, Shannon Corr Nays: None Abstentions: None 4. Visitors/Public Comment. None. 5. Unfinished Business. None. 6. New Business. 6.1. Budget Adoption, FY 2026-27. Director Carey explained that this is adoption of the Urban Renewal Agency budget for adoption. This was approved by the budget committee. Action: Councilor Corr moved to approve Resolution No. 2026-01, a resolution adopting the Independence Urban Renewal Agency budget for fiscal year 2026-27 in the sum of $1,611,592, to approve appropriations in the amount of $1,611,592; and to declare and certify the maximu [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Regular Meeting Agenda-Amended 6-10-2026 City Council Tuesday, June 9, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 05/12/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Reports/Presentations 5.1. Mayor 5.2. Council Liaison Reports 5.2.1. Traffic Safety Commission: Councilor Roden 5.2.2. Historic Preservation Commission: Councilor Morton 5.2.3. Planning Commission: Councilor Martin-Willis 5.3. City Manager 6. Unfinished Business 7. New Business 7.1. Liquor License Application, Change of Ownership: JimmyZ Independence Gas & Mini Mart (Gilbert) 7.2. Public Hearing: Adopting an Updated System Development Charge Methodology and Fees for Parks System (Fisher) 7.3. Proposed Resolution #26-1651: A Resolution Adopting an Updated System Development Charge Methodology and Fees for Parks System (Fisher) 7.4. Proposed Ordinance #1635: An Ordinance Amending the Independence Municipal Code (IMC), Chapter 26, Streets, Sidewalks and Public Places (Fisher) 7.5. Proposed Ordinance #1636: An Ordinance Amending the Independence Municipal Code (IMC), Chapter 32 Traffic and Vehicles (Fisher) 7.6. Proposed Ordinance #1637: An Ordinance Amending the Independence Municipal Code (IMC), Chapter 34 Utilities (Fisher) 7.7. Proposed Resolution #26-1654: Adopts 2026-27 Budget (Carey) 7.8. Proposed Resolution #26-1653: Elects [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City of Independence Minutes City Council Meeting Tuesday, June 9, 2026 1. Call to Order. Mayor Schwarzler called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. 2. Roll Call. Mayor Schwarzler present. Present: Councilor Evan Sorce Councilor Dawn Roden Councilor Bill Boisvert Councilor/Council President Kathy Martin-Willis Councilor Marilyn Morton Councilor Shannon Corr Absent: City Staff Present: Kenna West, City Manager Amanda Carey, Finance Director Gerald Fisher, Public Works Director Amanda Christensen, HR Director Jason Kistler, IT Director Lyle Gilbert, Police Lieutenant Truman Stone, City Attorney 3. Minutes. 3.1. Regular Meeting 05/12/2026. Action: Councilor Corr moved to approve the minutes from the 5/12/2026 meeting; Councilor Morton seconded. Discussion: Councilor Roden clarified that she had contacted the Oregon Government Ethics Commission regarding Budget Committee Member Nathan Christensen to seek guidance on an issue. She did not realize her inquiry would trigger a formal investigation, which ultimately concluded quickly. Councilor Roden apologized for not explaining the situation clearly at the previous meeting and stated that her intent was simply to obtain clarification on the matter. Roll call vote. Motion 6-0-0 Ayes: Evan Sorce, Dawn Roden, Bill Boisvert, Kathy Martin-Willis, Marilyn Morton, Shannon Corr Nays: None Abstentions: None 4. Visitors/Public Comment. • Erin McIntosh, Independence, OR: Opposed the proposed fe [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to review finance and bonds

The City Council is holding a work session to receive a report and presentation. The primary focus of the meeting is a finance and bond review.

Finance and Bond Review presentation by Carey

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City of Independence Work Session Agenda City Council Tuesday, June 9, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Reports/Presentations 3.1. Finance and Bond Review (Carey) 4. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The City Council will hold this work session in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85343318162?pwd=TKjDGaJaYC8dsXqiaacmhvbZNYcr1s.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 853 4331 8162 and Passcode: 147884 Please Note: Public comments are not accepted during work sessions. Any written public comments received will be included in the agenda packet for the next regular meeting. Written comments may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected]. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

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City of Independence Minutes City Council Work Session Tuesday, June 9, 2026 1. Call to Order. Mayor Schwarzler called the work session to order at 5:32 pm. 2. Roll Call. Mayor Schwarzler present. Present: Councilor Evan Sorce Councilor Dawn Roden Councilor Bill Boisvert Councilor/Council President Kathy Martin-Willis Councilor Marilyn Morton Councilor Shannon Corr Absent: City Staff Present: Kenna West, City Manager Amanda Carey, Finance Director Amanda Christensen, HR Director Jason Kistler, IT Director 3. Reports/Presentations. 3.1. Finance and Bond Review (Carey). The City Council held a work session to review the City's 2026 bond credit rating assessment conducted by S&P Global, with Finance Director Carey presenting the findings. Carey explained that S&P initiated the review in 2026, marking the first comprehensive evaluation since 2020. She outlined the agency's rating methodology, noting that the City currently holds an investment- grade A rating. The presentation reviewed the key factors S&P considers when evaluating creditworthiness, including the local economy, governance and regulatory environment, institutional framework, financial performance, management practices, and debt obligations. The primary purpose of the session was to examine past credit rating reports and identify recurring concerns and opportunities for improvement. S&P's review highlighted positive changes, including disentangling interfund dependencie [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

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City of Independence Historic Preservation Commission Monday, June 8, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Meeting Canceled The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission for Monday, June 8, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 13, 2026, at 5:30 PM.

Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 16:30

City Council

City Council to attend Independence Walking Tour

The City Council is attending a walking tour focused on the early 1900s. No deliberations will occur and no decisions will be made during this event.

Independence Walking Tour: Early 1900's starting at Main St. & C St

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City of Independence Special Event City Council Wednesday, June 3, 2026 @ 4:30 PM 1. Independence Walking Tour: Early 1900's The City is hosting a walking tour in Independence starting at 4:30 pm at the corner of Main St. & C St on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. City Council members, Board/Commission members, and community members are invited to attend. City Council and Board/Commission members may attend, and a quorum may be present, but no deliberations will occur, or decisions will be made.

Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

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City of Independence Canceled City Council Tuesday, May 26, 2026 @ 6:30 PM 1. Work Session Canceled The City Council Work Session regularly scheduled for Tuesday, May 26, 2026, has been canceled. The next City Council Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

Thu May 21, 2026 · 18:00

Parks Board

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City of Independence Parks Board Thursday, May 21, 2026 @ 6:00 PM 1. Meeting Canceled The Parks Board Meeting scheduled for May 21, 2026 has been canceled. The next regular meeting is July 16, 2026.

Wed May 20, 2026 · 16:30

City Council

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City of Independence Special Event City Council Wednesday, May 20, 2026 @ 4:30 PM 1. Independence Walking Tour: Late 1800's The City is hosting a walking tour in Independence starting at 4:30 pm at the corner of Main St. & C St on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. City Council members, Board/Commission Members, and community members are invited to attend. City Council and Board/Commission members may attend, and a quorum may be present, but no deliberations will occur, or decisions will be made.

Mon May 18, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board

Independence Public Library

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City of Independence Library Board Monday, May 18, 2026 @ 5:00 PM Independence Public Library (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 04/27/2026 4. Director Report 5. Committee Reports 5.1. Friends of the Library 5.2. Advocacy and Promotions 6. Board Business 6.1. Hotspot Policy Update 6.2. Board Training 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business 9. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Library Board will hold this meeting in-person in the Library meeting room, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. ● To attend in person, the Library at 175 Monmouth St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81399658445?pwd=jkp4BiIjJXsLVX9VZpfPXIxG7oCMKf.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 813 9965 8445 and Passcode: 373376 The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

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Independence Public Library Board Meeting May 18, 2026 – 5:00 pm DRAFT Minutes Board Members Present: Diana Lindskog, Kevin Hamlin, Tristin Thomas, Bradley Karkanen, Vickie McCubbin, Nathan Christensen, Margie Johnson, Bill Boisvert (City Council Liaison), Patrick Bodily (Library Director). Minutes from the April 27, 2026 Library Board meeting were read and approved. Motion by Bradley Karkanen, second by Kevin Hamlin. Motion passed by all Board members present. Library Director Report: • Patrick provided an update on the passing of the budget through the Budget Committee. It is scheduled to go in front of the City Council for final approval on June 9. • The automatic door has been repaired. • Patrick provided an overview of programming attendance, circulation, and computer usage over the past few weeks. He highlighted a future partnership with the library and the Polk Marion Early Learning Hub to provide a music-to-literacy Early Learning Program. • He also discussed the final preparations for Summer Reading, including installation of the StoryWalk at Inspiration Garden. Committee Report – Friends of the Library • Bradley reported on recent donations and the amount sold on eBay for the Library. • The Friends are in discussions to bring back the annual fundraiser at the Independence Cinema. Committee Report – Advocacy and Promotion Committee • The Advocacy and Promotion Committee is waiting to meet until after the budget season is concluded b [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed May 13, 2026 · 17:30

Museum Advisory Board

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City of Independence Museum Advisory Board Wednesday, May 13, 2026 @ 5:30 PM Museum Meeting Room (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 04/08/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Staff Report 6. HMS Update 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business 8.1. Election of Advisory Board Secretary 8.2. Discussion of the approval of the City budget for FY 26/27 9. Other Discussion/Information Items 10. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Museum Advisory Board will hold this meeting in-person at the Heritage Museum, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. ● To attend in person, the Museum address is 281 2nd Street, Independence, OR 97351. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86088504874?pwd=GY9Krn9uDIqwCAjbpAPQ0OKpgi7Jbb.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 860 8850 4874 and Passcode: 884009 The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

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City of Independence Regular Meeting Agenda City Council Tuesday, May 12, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 04/14/2026 3.2. Work Session 04/28/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Reports/Presentations 5.1. Mayor 5.2. Council Liaison Reports 5.2.1. Library Board: Councilor Boisvert 5.2.2. Museum Board: Councilor Morton 5.2.3. Continuum of Care: Councilor Martin-Willis 5.3. City Manager 5.4. Historic Preservation Presentation 6. Unfinished Business 7. New Business 7.1. Memorandum of Understanding with Central School District 13J: Regarding Enterprise Zone School Support Fee (West) 7.2. Proposed Resolution #26-1648: Requested approval for a 5-year Enterprise Zone abatement request (Irvine) 7.3. Contract Award : Waste Water Treatment Plant Upgrade and 9th St PS Ph 2-3 (Fisher) 7.4. Public Hearing: Changes to Standards for Single Room Occupancies and Other Requirements to Address House Bill 3395 (2023) and House Bill 2138 (2025) (Evander) 7.5. Proposed Ordinance #1633: Changes to Standards for Single Room Occupancies and Other Requirements to Address House Bill 3395 (2023) and House Bill 2138 (2025) (Evander) 7.6. Proposed Resolution #26-1652: FY 2025-26 Budget Adjustments (Carey) 8. Council Announcements 9. General Information 9.1. Management Team Notes 9.2. Miscellaneous Correspondence [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City of Independence Minutes City Council Meeting Tuesday, May 12, 2026 1. Call to Order. Mayor Schwarzler called the meeting to order at 6:32 PM. 2. Roll Call. Mayor Schwarzler present. Present: Councilor Evan Sorce Councilor Dawn Roden, via zoom-phone Councilor Bill Boisvert Councilor/Council President Kathy Martin-Willis Councilor Marilyn Morton Councilor Shannon Corr Absent: City Staff Present: Kenna West, City Manager Myra Russell, City Recorder Amanda Carey, Finance Director Fred Evander, City Planner Shawn Irvine, Assistant City Manager Juventino Banuelos, Police Chief Gerald Fisher, Public Works Director 3. Minutes. Action: Councilor Corr moved to approve the minutes as presented; Councilor/Council President Martin-Willis seconded. Discussion: None. Roll call vote. Motion 5-0-0 Ayes: Evan Sorce, Bill Boisvert, Kathy Martin-Willis, Marilyn Morton, Shannon Corr Nays: None Abstentions: None 3.1. Regular Meeting 04/14/2026. 3.2. Work Session 04/28/2026. 4. Visitors/Public Comment. None. 5. Reports/Presentations. 5.1. Mayor. • Thanked the Budget Committee for working on and approving the city and URA budgets. Thanked the community for coming to give testimony. It will come before council in June for adoption. • Touch a truck was well attended. Thanks to SEDCOR for organizing and all the other partners that participated. Families and kids had a great time. • Water treatment plant funding update. The City was already on [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue May 12, 2026 · 16:00

General

City Hall, Council Chambers

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City of Independence Special Event City Council Tuesday, May 12, 2026 @ 4:00 PM 1. Marion County Public Works Open House Marion County Public Works is holding an Open House on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 4:00-6:00 pm at City Hall in the Council Chambers. The Mayor and some City Councilors may attend, and a quorum may be present, but no decisions will be made. 1.1. Willamette River Independence Bridge Repair • Learn more about the planned repairs • Family friendly with light refreshments • See flyer for more details

Mon May 11, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Meeting Canceled Historic Preservation Commission Monday, May 11, 2026 @ 5:30 PM 1. Meeting Canceled The regular meeting of the Historic Preservation Commission for Monday, May 11, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 8, 2026, at 5:30 PM.

Wed May 6, 2026 · 18:30

Budget Committee

City Hall, Event Center

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City of Independence Budget Committee Wednesday, May 6, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Event Center (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order Continued from Budget Meeting held on April 29, 2026 2. Roll Call 3. Public Hearing/ Public Comment Public hearing to solicit comments on the proposed budget and use of State Revenue Sharing funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 3.1. Public Comment: Nicholas Carroll 3.2. Public Comment: Kathleen Dinges Rice 4. Budget Presentations 4.1. 2026-2027: Amanda Carey, Finance Director/Budget Officer • Committee questions / discussion 5. Action 5.1. Approval of Budget - OR - 5.2. Continue to Date/Time Certain: May 13, 2026, 6:30 PM 6. Adjourn/Recess Note: An Independence URA Budget Committee meeting follows immediately. Meeting Attendance Information: The Budget Committee will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87017363955?pwd=HZ4lFoWbFFseUCthOYKzM9NXbBOaeK.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 870 1736 3955 and Passcode: 455926 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to CouncilComments@c [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 4, 2026 · 19:00

Planning Commission

City Hall - Council Chambers

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City of Independence Planning Commission Monday, May 4, 2026 @ 7:00 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 04/06/2026 4. Visitors/Public Comment 5. Reports/Presentations 5.1. Discussion: More Housing, Same (Great) Neighborhood - Infill Code Draft 6. Unfinished Business 7. New Business 8. Other Discussion/Information Items 9. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Planning Commission will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit:https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85128606352?pwd=nEodARycmLb5R7JvQTeYt2923aEhHi.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 851 2860 6352 and Passcode: 695982 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected] no later than 4:00 pm the day of the meeting. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorde [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 18:30

Budget Committee

Independence Budget Committee to vote on 2026-2027 budget

The Independence Budget Committee will hold a public hearing and vote on the proposed Unified Road District budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027. The committee may approve the budget or continue the meeting to May 6, 2026.

Public hearing on proposed URD budget for FY 2026-2027
Budget presentation by Finance Director Amanda Carey
Potential approval of the 2026-2027 budget
Potential continuation to May 6, 2026
Meeting held at Civic Center - Council Chambers

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City of Independence URA Budget Committee Meeting Budget Committee Wednesday, April 29, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order Immediately following the City Budget Committee meeting 2. Roll Call 3. Public Hearing/Public Comment Public hearing to solicit comments on the proposed URD budget for Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 4. Budget Presentations 4.1. 2026-2027 Budget: Amanda Carey, Finance Director/Budget Officer • Committee questions / discussion 5. Action 5.1. Approval of Budget and Adjourn - OR - 5.2. Continue to Date/Time Certain: May 6, 2026, 6:30 PM (immediately following the City Budget Committee meeting) 6. Adjourn/Recess Meeting Attendance Information: The Budget Committee will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84061253639?pwd=ypGqxWEyhoYdKGliaMerD5I3VQJf1x.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 840 6125 3639 and Passcode: 959940 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected] no later than 4:00 pm the day of the meeting. Remote P [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 29, 2026 · 18:30

Budget Committee

City Hall, Council Chambers

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City of Independence Budget Committee Wednesday, April 29, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order Continued from Budget Meeting held on April 22, 2026 2. Roll Call 3. Public Hearing /Public Comment Public hearing to solicit comments on the proposed budget and use of State Revenue Sharing funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 4. Budget Presentations 4.1. 2026-2027: Amanda Carey, Finance Director/Budget Officer • Presentations—General Fund and Other Funds • Committee questions / discussion 5. Action 5.1. Approval of Budget - OR- 5.2. Continue to Date/Time Certain: May 6, 2026, 6:30 PM 6. Adjourn/Recess Note: An Independence URA Budget Committee meeting follows immediately. Meeting Attendance Information: The Budget Committee will hold this meeting in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84061253639?pwd=ypGqxWEyhoYdKGliaMerD5I3VQJf1x.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 840 6125 3639 and Passcode: 959940 Written comments are also welcome and may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected] no later tha [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 18:30

City Council

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City of Independence Work Session Agenda City Council Tuesday, April 28, 2026 @ 6:30 PM Civic Center - Council Chambers (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Work Sessions 3.1. Work Session: Parks SDC Methodology Update (Fisher) 3.2. Work Session: Update-Moderate Income Revolving Loan Fund (Irvine) 4. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The City Council will hold this work session in-person in City Hall Council Chambers, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. Meetings are also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityofIndependenceOR. ● To attend in person, the City Hall address is 555 S. Main St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82796251564?pwd=VxHV3jmKCrW3JIkx8fk3b8KoyAZjGl.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 827 9625 1564 and Passcode: 541971 Please Note: Public comments are not accepted during work sessions. Any written public comments received will be included in the agenda packet for the next regular meeting. Written comments may be delivered to City Hall or emailed to [email protected]. The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russel [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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City of Independence Minutes City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 28, 2026 1. Call to Order. Mayor Schwarzler called the meeting to order at 6:30 PM 2. Roll Call. Mayor Schwarzler present. Present: Councilor Evan Sorce, arrived at 6:40 PM Councilor Bill Boisvert Mayor Kate Schwarzler Councilor/Council President Kathy Martin-Willis Councilor Marilyn Morton Councilor Shannon Corr Absent: Councilor Dawn Roden City Staff Present: Kenna West, City Manager Myra Russell, City Recorder Shawn Irvine, Assistant City Manager Gerald Fisher, Public Works Director 3. Work Sessions. 3.1. Work Session: Parks SDC Methodology Update (Fisher). This work session focused on reviewing Parks System Development Charges (SDCs), with PW Director Fisher providing an overview of the process and Steve Donovan presenting details. The city has completed required statutory compliance steps, including notifications to interested parties and posting methodology for review. The presentation covered the history and background of parks SDCs, the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan, and specific analysis including forecasts for single-family home SDCs and comparisons with neighboring communities. Council was presented with two options for funding parks and related services. Option 1 would result in significantly higher SDC (system development charge) fees, while Option 2, which includes alternative funding sources, was recommended as a more viable alternative. The current SDC [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 17:00

Library Board

Library Board to review Internet Hotspot Policy

The Independence Library Board will meet to review reports from the Director and committees. The board is scheduled to conduct a policy review or sunset of the Internet Hotspot Policy.

Policy Review/Sunset - Internet Hotspot Policy

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City of Independence Library Board Monday, April 27, 2026 @ 5:00 PM Independence Public Library (see agenda footer for meeting attendance information) 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Minutes 3.1. Regular Meeting 03/23/2026 4. Director Report 5. Committee Reports 5.1. Friends of the Library 5.2. Advocacy and Promotions 6. Board Business 6.1. Policy Review/Sunset - Internet Hotspot Policy 7. Unfinished Business 8. New Business 9. Adjournment Meeting Attendance Information: The Library Board will hold this meeting in-person in the Library meeting room, via video conference (Zoom) or by phone. ● To attend in person, the Library at 175 Monmouth St. ● For Zoom login visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85281095753?pwd=Ns5mtbyX3jOGTXZO193RuUMc3iIaMF.1 ● To participate in the meeting by phone, dial US: +1-253-215-8782 and enter Webinar ID: 852 8109 5753 and Passcode: 561805 The meeting location is accessible to persons with disabilities. A request for an interpreter for the hearing impaired, or for other accommodations for persons with disabilities, should be made at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to Myra Russell, City Recorder, 503-838-1212/TTY: 800-735-2900.

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Independence Public Library Board Meeting April 27, 2026 – 5:00 pm DRAFT Minutes Board Members Present: Diana Lindskog, Kevin Hamlin, Tristin Thomas, Bradley Karkanen, Vickie McCubbin, Nathan Christensen, Margie Johnson, Bill Boisvert (City Council Liaison), Patrick Bodily (Library Director). Minutes from the March 23, 2026 Library Board meeting were read and approved. Motion by Bradley Karkanen, second by Vicki McCubbin. Motion passed by all Board members present. Library Director Report: • Patrick provided an update on the repair of the Automatic Door Opener. • The museum display has been installed at the front entrance of the library. • The library has been weeding heavily through the Nonfiction section. Will be working through the fiction section next. • Patrick highlighted programs and attendance over the past month, as well as library visits and computer use. • A group of the kids from the Coding Club were announced as the winners for the Fiero Spring Coding Competition. • Patrick went over the circulation statistics with the board. • He briefly discussed potential future partnerships with the Indy Idea Hub to run a Coding Workshop for adults. Committee Report – Friends of the Library • Bradley gave an update on the amount raised at the Friends of the Library Booksale at the first of the month. This was the first month they were able to take card payments, and they saw an increase in the amount they raised. Committee Report – Advocacy [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 17:30

Historic Preservation Commission

Historic Preservation Commission to hear presentation on Independence history

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review minutes from March 26, 2026. The meeting includes a presentation by Museum Director Amy Christensen regarding the history of Independence.

Presentation by Amy Christensen, Museum Director, on The History of Independence

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Heritage Museum, Independence