Salem public meetings in 2022

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider several resolutions, including minor amendments to six urban renewal plans and a resolution to transfer fiscal year 2023 appropriations to reimburse the Salem Convention Center Fund for an operating loss incurred during the pandemic. The consent calendar also includes approval of draft minutes from the previous meeting.

• Adopt Resolution No. 22-15 URA authorizing a transfer of FY 2023 appropriations to the Gain/Loss Reserve Fund to cover the Salem Convention Center operating loss from FY 2021.
• Adopt 7 resolutions (Nos. 22-8 through 22-14 URA) approving minor amendments to urban renewal plans for Fairview, McGilchrist, Mill Creek Industrial Park, North Gateway, Riverfront-Downtown, South Waterfront, and West Salem.
• Approval of draft minutes from November 28, 2022.
• Public comment accepted via email or Zoom pre-registration.

The Urban Renewal Agency unanimously adopted seven resolutions amending the Fairview, McGilchrist, Mill Creek Industrial Park, North Gateway, Riverfront-Downtown, South Waterfront, and West Salem urban renewal plans to delete major amendments, clarify language, and correct scrivener's errors. The board also approved a resolution authorizing a transfer of FY2023 appropriations to create transfer authority in the Gain / Loss Reserve Fund. The consent calendar, including approval of the draft November 28 minutes, passed 9-0.

• Approved consent calendar (9-0) including November 28 draft minutes
• Adopted Resolution 22-8 URA through 22-14 URA: minor amendments to seven urban renewal area plans
• Adopted Resolution 22-15 URA: transfer of FY2023 appropriations to Gain / Loss Reserve Fund

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will hold a virtual meeting to approve previous minutes and receive a monthly project management report. The agenda is largely procedural with no public hearings or action items listed. No significant decisions or proposals are scheduled.

• Approval of November 14, 2022 draft minutes
• Monthly project management report: voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, client statistics (information only)

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken during the December 12, 2022 session.

• Approved November 14, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Received and filed Project Management Report

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider authorizing the sale of up to $300 million in general obligation bonds approved by voters in November for capital improvements including streets, sidewalks, parks, and fire equipment. Other consent agenda items include acquiring property for Shelton Ditch improvements, amending the West Salem Urban Renewal Plan, and approving a ground lease amendment at the airport. The council will also hold second reading of an annexation ordinance for 3821 Ibex Street NE to expand Fisher Road Park.

• Authorize sale of up to $300,000,000 in general obligation bonds for community improvements
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-59 declaring intent to acquire easements for Shelton Ditch Improvement Project
• Approve minor amendment to West Salem Urban Renewal Plan to align with state statutes
• Authorize ground lease amendment with Aviation Properties NW at Salem Municipal Airport
• Second reading of annexation ordinance for 3821 Ibex Street NE (Fisher Road Park expansion)

The City Council approved a resolution to sell up to $300 million in general obligation bonds for community improvements and adopted resolutions to acquire property for the Shelton Ditch Improvement Project and amend the West Salem Urban Renewal Plan. The Council also passed second readings for two annexations and authorized the City Manager to apply for federal infrastructure grants.

• Approved Resolution 2022-58 authorizing sale of up to $300M in general obligation bonds (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-555 acquiring property for Shelton Ditch Improvement Project (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-56 amending West Salem Urban Renewal Plan (9-0)
• Passed second reading for Annexation at 3821 Ibex Street NE (9-0)
• Passed second reading for Annexation at 3880 Mahrt Avenue SE (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to apply for $10M BRIC grant for water projects (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute ground lease with Aviation Properties Northwest (9-0)
• Authorized redirection of $10,000 for Point in Time Count (9-0)

City Council

The Council will consider extending the emergency declaration for unsheltered residents through December 31, 2023. They will also hold a continued public hearing on vacating Cross Street SE west of 20th Street SE. First readings on annexations at 3821 Ibex St NE and 3880 Mahrt Ave SE, and second reading on annexation at 5536 Skyline Rd S are scheduled. Land use decisions include a six-lot subdivision and a 129-unit multi-family development.

• Vote on Resolution 2022-57 extending unsheltered emergency declaration to Dec 31, 2023
• Continued public hearing on vacation of Cross Street SE west of 20th St SE
• First reading of annexation for 3821 Ibex St NE (Fisher Road Park expansion)
• First reading of annexation for 3880 Mahrt Ave SE with commercial zoning
• Second reading of annexation for 5536 Skyline Rd S with multi-family residential

The city council unanimously approved Resolution 2022-57 extending the homelessness emergency declaration to December 31, 2023. They also voted 6-2 to approve the vacation of Cross Street SE west of 20th Street. Two annexation ordinances were advanced to second reading, and a third annexation ordinance was adopted.

• Approved Resolution 2022-57 extending the emergency declaration for unsheltered residents through Dec 31, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved vacation of Cross Street SE west of 20th Street SE with utility easement conditions (6-2)
• Advanced Ordinance Bill 25-22 for annexation at 3821 Ibex Street NE to second reading (8-0)
• Advanced Ordinance Bill 26-22 for annexation at 3880 Mahrt Avenue SE to second reading (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance Bill 22-24 for annexation at 5536 Skyline Road South (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to discuss a grant exception for the rehabilitation of a vacant building. The board will consider approving funds to convert the former Whitlock’s Building into a mixed-use facility including rental housing.

• Proposed $500,000 grant exception for 455 Court Street NE (exceeds standard $300,000 maximum)

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a grant amount exception to rehabilitate a vacant building at 455 Court Street NE into a mixed-use building with rental housing. The agency also approved the minutes from the October 10, 2022 meeting.

• Approved grant exception for 455 Court Street NE to create mixed-use building and rental housing
• Approved October 10, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider three public hearings on annexations, including territory at 3821 Ibex Street NE and 3880 Mahrt Avenue SE. The Council will also hear a proposal to amend the public mural code and approve a lease amendment for Capital Community Television.

• Annexation of territory at 3821 Ibex Street NE (Case No. C-750)
• Annexation of territory at 3880 Mahrt Avenue SE (Case No. C-751)
• Annexation of territory at 5536 Skyline Road S (Case No. C-752)
• Proposal to amend the public mural code
• Second Amendment to Lease Agreement with Capital Community Television

The council approved two annexations, allowing withdrawal from Marion County Fire District #1 and other special districts, and applied city zoning. It also authorized an exemption from competitive bidding for an audio-visual design-build contract (8-0), directed staff to study possible amendments to the mural code to allow murals on structures other than building walls, and advanced a first-reading ordinance for another annexation at 5536 Skyline Road S. The consent calendar included approval of minutes, a fire service capacity grant application, and a lease amendment with CC:Media.

• Approved annexation at 3821 Ibex St NE (Order No. 2022-18 ANX) (8-0)
• Approved annexation at 3880 Mahrt Ave SE (Order No. 2022-17 ANX) (8-0)
• Exempted AV design-build contract from competitive bidding (8-0)
• Directed staff to study mural code amendments for non-wall structures (8-0)
• Advanced Ordinance Bill No. 24-22 for Skyline Road S annexation to second reading (8-0)
• Approved consent calendar including grant application and lease amendment (8-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will discuss the 2022 Council Policy Agenda progress report, including a community satisfaction survey and a 2022 Community Report. The session is for information and discussion to help set priorities for the 2023 Policy Agenda.

• Discussion of 2022 Council Policy Agenda progress
• Review of 2022 Community Report
• Review of Community Satisfaction Survey Report
• Consideration of priorities for 2023 Policy Agenda

The City Council held a work session to review the 2022 Council Policy Agenda progress report and Community Satisfaction Survey findings. The session included initial consideration of priorities for the 2023 agenda. No substantive policy decisions were voted on during this meeting.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is deciding whether to serve as the General Manager for two privately-owned affordable housing developments to provide tax-exempt status and increase low-income units. The body is also considering an amendment to the Annual Contribution Contract for the Moving to Work program.

• Resolution 2293: Moving to Work Amendment to the Annual Contribution Contract for Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher program
• Resolution 2294: Agreement to serve as General Manager for 27th Avenue Apartments (4455 27th Ave SE) featuring 95 rental units
• Resolution 2295: Agreement to serve as General Manager for Crossings Gateway Phase 2 Apartments (5205 Battlecreek Road Southeast) featuring 129 rental units
• Election of Vice Chair

The Housing Authority of Salem approved resolutions to amend a federal contract and authorize the agency to serve as general manager for two affordable housing developments. The meeting also approved the prior month's minutes.

• Approved October 24, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2293 for Moving to Work Amendment (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2294 for 27th Avenue Apartments General Manager (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2295 for Gateway Phase 2 General Manager (8-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will meet virtually to appoint two Municipal Judges Pro Tempore, approve a grant for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and consider fee changes for ambulance services. The agenda also includes public hearings on a street name change, an annexation, and a request to vacate a street.

• Appoint Michelle Vlach-Ing and Sara Williams as Municipal Judges Pro Tempore
• Approve $185,609 grant for electric vehicle charging infrastructure
• Modify Fire Department ambulance service fees
• Public hearing on annexing 1.95 acres at 5536 Skyline Road S
• Public hearing on naming an unnamed street Westside Circle NW

The Salem City Council approved the 2022 Unified Development Code update, named an unnamed street Westside Circle NW, and annexed territory at 5536 Skyline Road S. They also appointed two Municipal Judges Pro Tempore and allocated $15,200 for holiday parade and tree lighting costs.

• Approved 2022 Unified Development Code update (9-0)
• Approved naming unnamed street Westside Circle NW (9-0)
• Approved annexation of territory at 5536 Skyline Road S (9-0)
• Appointed Michelle Vlach-Ing as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore (9-0)
• Appointed Sara Williams as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore (9-0)
• Allocated $15,200 from Cultural Tourism Fund for holiday parade and tree lighting (9-0)
• Directed staff to initiate UDC amendment to eliminate overlay zones along Commercial Street SE (9-0)
• Continued public hearing on Cross Street SE vacate to December 5, 2022 (9-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will vote to accept Mayor Chuck Bennett's resignation and declare the mayor position vacant, effective November 2, 2022. Upon declaring the vacancy, the council may consider appointing Council President Chris Hoy as mayor, appointing Julie Hoy to the vacant Ward 6 seat, and electing a new Council President. The council will also consider a resolution to transfer $129,500 from the General Fund contingency to the Airport Fund for terminal design and permitting costs.

• Accepting Mayor Chuck Bennett's resignation and declaring the mayor position vacant
• Potential appointment of Council President Chris Hoy as mayor
• Potential appointment of Julie Hoy to the vacant Ward 6 position
• Resolution No. 2022-53 authorizing $129,500 transfer for Airport terminal design and permitting
• All wards and neighborhoods affected by the leadership changes

The City Council accepted Mayor Chuck Bennett's resignation and declared the position vacant (7-0). Council President Chris Hoy was then appointed mayor (7-0), and Julie Hoy was appointed to the vacant Ward 6 council position (8-0). The council also elected Councilor Stapleton as Council President and approved a budget transfer for airport terminal design costs.

• Accepted resignation of Mayor Chuck Bennett and declared mayor position vacant (7-0)
• Appointed Council President Chris Hoy as Mayor (7-0)
• Appointed Julie Hoy to vacant Ward 6 council position (8-0)
• Elected Councilor Stapleton as Council President (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-53 authorizing transfer of appropriations for Airport terminal design and permitting (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to consider a grant agreement for emergency housing programs. The body will also review a monthly project management report on housing activity.

• Grant agreement with Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency for a $485,550 pass-through grant for emergency housing assistance

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem authorized the Executive Director to execute a grant agreement with the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency. This action accepts a $485,550 pass-through grant to support emergency housing assistance programs.

• Approved October 10, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Authorized $485,550 pass-through grant agreement with Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency for emergency housing assistance (8-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider amending the Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program and adding housing status as a protected class. The meeting also includes a continued public hearing on a Commercial Street SE zone change.

• Resolution updating Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program standards
• Public hearing on Commercial Street SE zone change to MU-II and MU-III
• Ordinance adding housing status as a protected class in SRC chapter 97
• Ordinance Bill No. 22-22 for Unified Development Code updates
• Ordinance Bill No. 23-22 to name a street Westside Circle NW

The City Council directed staff to proceed with design and permitting for interior improvements and modular units at the Salem Municipal Airport (Option 1) with a goal of May 1, 2023, to facilitate commercial air service. Council also passed two ordinances on second reading: one amending the Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program (Resolution 2022-52) and another adding housing status as a protected class in the Salem Human Rights Code (Ordinance 21-22). All votes were 8-0 with Mayor Bennett absent.

• Approved consent calendar including update to Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program (8-0)
• Advanced Commercial Street SE zone change (Ordinance 18-22) to second reading (8-0)
• Directed staff to implement Option 1 for airport terminal design and permitting (8-0)
• Conducted first reading on Unified Development Code update and advanced to second reading (8-0)
• Conducted first reading to name connection Westside Circle NW and advanced to second reading (8-0)
• Passed second reading amending Salem Revised Code 2.825 for tax incentive program (Ordinance 19-22) (8-0)
• Passed second reading adding housing status to Salem Human Rights Code (Ordinance 21-22) (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider directing staff to begin a substantial amendment to the Fairview Urban Renewal Area plan, expanding its boundary to include portions of the Salem Airport for infrastructure and facility improvements. The board will also vote on rebalancing FY2023 budget allocations within the Riverfront and Fairview URAs (no net expenditure change) and appoint a member to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board.

• Initiate process to expand Fairview URA boundary to include part of Salem Airport for infrastructure and commercial air service development
• Amend FY2023 Riverfront URA budget to rebalance expenditure authority between two projects at the UGM/Saffron site
• Amend FY2023 Fairview URA budget to implement a Commercial Grant Program approved in October 2021
• Appoint Justin J. Lindemann to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Approve draft minutes from September 12, 2022, meeting

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, appointed a member to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board, amended FY 2023 project budgets for the Riverfront and Fairview areas, and directed staff to begin the process to change the Fairview Urban Renewal Area plan and boundary.

• Approved September 12, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Appointed Justin J Lindemann to West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Amended FY 2023 Riverfront and Fairview URA project budget allocations
• Directed staff to initiate amendment process for Fairview URA to improve Salem Airport

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will consider a resolution to authorize closing on project financing for the Sequoia Crossing Affordable Housing project. The meeting is being held virtually.

• Approval of draft minutes from September 26, 2022
• Resolution to authorize closing on financing for Sequoia Crossing project
• Public comment period available before and during the meeting

The Housing Authority approved the minutes from the September 26, 2022 meeting and adopted a resolution authorizing the closure on project financing for the Sequoia Crossing Affordable Housing project.

• Approved September 26, 2022 draft minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2292 for Sequoia Crossing project financing (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss zoning changes on Commercial Street SE and amendments to human rights codes. The body will also consider a budget transfer for the Navigation Center renovation and an annexation of territory on Hazelgreen Road NE.

• Proposed rezoning of properties on Commercial Street SE to Mixed-Use II (MU-II)
• Ordinance Bill No. 21-22 to add housing status as a protected class in SRC chapter 97
• Resolution No. 2022-51 to transfer appropriations for the Navigation Center renovation, potentially using up to $300,000 of a $5M state grant
• Ordinance Bill No. 20-22 for the annexation of 16.06 acres at 4650 & 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE
• Petition to vacate a 137-foot section of Cross Street SE west of 20th Street SE

The Council approved the annexation of a 16.06-acre property at 4650 & 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE, changing its comprehensive plan map designation, applying city zoning, and withdrawing it from Marion County Fire District #1. The consent calendar was approved, including adoption of a resolution transferring FY2023 appropriations for the Navigation Center renovation, acceptance of a petition to vacate Cross Street SE at 20th Street SE (setting a public hearing), and approval of prior minutes. A legislative zone change on Commercial Street SE was continued to a future date. The Council directed staff to provide funding options by October 24 for airport improvements to support commercial air service. Two ordinances were advanced to second reading: one adding housing status as a protected class to the human rights code, and another amending the Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program.

• Approved annexation of 16.06 acres at 4650 & 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE (Ordinance Bill 20-22) 9-0
• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 2022-51 transferring $ for Navigation Center renovation, petition to vacate Cross Street SE at 20th Street SE, and Sept 26 minutes 9-0
• Continued public hearing for legislative zone change on Commercial Street SE 9-0
• Directed staff to provide funding options by Oct 24 for airport commercial air service infrastructure design 9-0
• Advanced Ordinance Bill 21-22 (adding housing status as protected class) to second reading 9-0
• Advanced Ordinance Bill 19-22 (amending Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program) to second reading 9-0
• Received and filed annual City Volunteer Recognition, tree variance case TRV22-04, and appointments to Human Rights Commission

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will vote on Resolution No. 2291 approving consolidated operating budgets for fiscal year 2022-23 and authorizing the HUD Public Housing Budget Certification. The consent calendar includes approval of August 2022 minutes. A project management report will be presented for information.

• Adoption of FY 2022-23 operating budgets via Resolution 2291
• HUD Public Housing Budget Certification authorization
• Approval of August 22, 2022 draft meeting minutes
• Project management report with voucher lease-up and portfolio occupancy updates

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adoption of the FY 2022-23 consolidated operating budgets via Resolution 2291 and authorized the Commission Chair to execute the HUD Public Housing Budget Certification. Previous meeting minutes from August 22, 2022 were also approved. No public comments or public hearings were held, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including FY 2022-23 operating budgets (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2291 for consolidated operating budgets and HUD certification (5-0)
• Authorized Commission Chair to execute HUD Public Housing Budget Certification (5-0)
• Approved August 22, 2022 draft Salem Housing Authority minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider approving a 291-unit apartment complex, accepting a $850,000 air service grant, and authorizing property purchases near Franzen Reservoir. The meeting will also include proclamations and routine resolutions.

• Approve 291-unit apartment complex at 4900 Block of State Street
• Accept $850,000 Small Community Air Service Development Grant
• Authorize purchase of property adjacent to Franzen Reservoir
• Initiate naming connection as Westside Circle NW
• Authorize Intergovernmental Agreement with Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development

The City Council approved the development of a 26-building apartment complex with 291 units. The council also authorized several land acquisitions near Franzen Reservoir and approved various board appointments and compensation changes.

• Approved Case No. CU-SPR-ADJ-DAP-DR21-05 for a 291-unit apartment complex
• Authorized purchase of real property adjacent to Franzen Reservoir from James Lowder LLC, Southslope Investments, LLC, PShelton LLC, MDEH Holdings, LLC, and Copple LLC
• Authorized purchase of real property adjacent to Franzen Reservoir from Don Lulay Homes, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-49 to apply for an Oregon Department of Energy Community Renewable Grant for biogas boilers
• Adopted Resolution 2022-50 to initiate naming a west Salem street connection as Westside Circle NW
• Authorized City Manager to accept Small Community Air Service Development (SCASD) grant award
• Approved compensation changes for select management job classifications retroactive to July 1, 2022
• Adopted corrected Order No. 22-14 for annexation of 16.06-acre territory at 4650 & 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE

City Council

The City Council and Salem Area Mass Transit District Board will hold a joint work session to discuss coordination of several planning initiatives, including the Long-Range Transit Plan, Climate Action Plan, and implementation of state rules. The meeting is informational, with no votes scheduled. A recent budget allocation of $150,000 for youth bus passes is noted.

• Discussion of coordination between City and Transit District on planning projects
• Update on Salem Climate Action Plan
• Update on Long-Range Transit Plan
• $150,000 added in FY23 budget for youth bus passes
• Implementation of Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities state rules

No substantive decisions were made. The joint work session discussed coordination of the Salem Area Mass Transit District Long-Range Transit Plan, the Salem Climate Action Plan, and related planning projects, with presentations from city and transit district staff.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving threshold guidelines for new Single Property Tax Increment Financing Districts, which would determine when staff initiates project analysis. The board will also vote on allocating $25,000 from WSURA funds for an engineering consultant to begin vacating a portion of 1st Street NW to encourage redevelopment. Consent calendar items include approval of August 22 draft minutes.

• Approve threshold guidelines for new Single Property Tax Increment Financing Districts
• Allocate $25,000 from WSURA funds for engineering survey to vacate remaining 306 feet of 1st Street NW
• Approve August 22, 2022 draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency approved consent calendar items including new threshold guidelines for single-property Tax Increment Financing districts and allocated $25,000 for an engineering consultant to begin the vacation process of 1st Street NW.

• Approved August 22, 2022 draft minutes (7-0-1, with 1 abstention)
• Approved threshold guidelines for new Single Property Tax Increment Financing Districts (7-0-1)
• Allocated $25,000 from WSURA funds and engaged a surveying consultant to vacate 1st Street NW (7-0-1)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a spending plan for homelessness sheltering efforts using $23.3 million allocated in FY22-23, prioritizing current services and abstaining from new programs until additional revenue is found. The council will also vote to initiate a zone change on Commercial Street SE to Mixed-Use II, approve amendments raising the Turner water pump station cost to $1.5 million, and hold a public hearing on annexing 16 acres at Hazelgreen Road NE. Information reports include updates on the Climate Action Plan, Neighborhood Traffic Management Plan, and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

• Adopt spending plan for $23,322,752 in homelessness emergency funds (Item 3.3e)
• Initiate zone change on Commercial Street SE to Mixed-Use II (Resolution 2022-48)
• Amend IGA with Turner for water booster pump station; cost rises from $1M to $1.5M (Item 3.3a)
• Public hearing on annexation of 4650 & 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE (16.06 acres, mixed-use and RM-II zoning)
• Authorize IGA with Marion County for emergency access gate and street improvements on Lone Oak Road SE (Items 3.3b, 3.3c)

The City Council approved the annexation of land at Hazelgreen Road NE and adopted a spending plan for sheltering efforts that prioritizes current activities with existing revenue. The council also approved several intergovernmental agreements and resolutions.

• Approved annexation of 4650 & 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE (8-0)
• Adopted sheltering spending plan prioritizing existing revenue (8-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute IGA with Marion County for emergency access gate (8-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute IGA with Marion County for Lone Oak Road improvements (8-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute DLCD agreement for Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-08 to initiate zone change on Commercial Street SE (8-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute IGA with City of Turner for water pump station (8-0)
• Removed Ordinance Bill 19-22 from agenda (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Commission will consider Resolution 2290 to authorize the Salem Housing Authority to serve as general manager for a 184-unit affordable housing development. The meeting also includes an information report regarding a phase out plan for the Homeless Rental Assistance Program.

• Resolution 2290: Agreement for SHA to serve as General Manager for Gateway Phase 1 Apartments at 5205 Battlecreek Road Southeast
• Development of 184 rental units for residents at or below 80 percent of area median income
• Information report on the Homeless Rental Assistance Program phase out plan
• Project Management Report covering voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics

The Housing Authority of Salem adopted Resolution 2290 to authorize the Executive Director to sign an agreement with Gateway Phase 1 LLC and CDP Oregon LLC for the development of affordable housing. The meeting also approved the consent calendar, which included the July 25, 2022 draft minutes.

• Approved July 25, 2022 draft minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2290 authorizing General Manager Agreement for Gateway Phase 1 (7-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency will vote on an amendment to the Salem Convention Center management agreement and a 2023 marketing budget. The agenda includes approval of minutes and public comment.

• Approval of July 25, 2022 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes
• Amendment #1 to Salem Convention Center Management Agreement
• FY 2023 Marketing Agreement Addendum
• FY 2023 Marketing Budget
• Public comment deadline at 5:00 p.m.

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included the July 25, 2022 minutes and a management agreement amendment for the Salem Convention Center. The action authorizes the use of $539,170 in Transient Occupancy Tax revenues for marketing in Fiscal Year 2023.

• Approved July 25, 2022 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes (7-0)
• Authorized Amendment #1 to the Salem Convention Center Management Agreement and FY 2023 Marketing Addendum providing $539,170 in Transient Occupancy Tax revenues (7-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider raising garbage collection rates, purchasing airport ground support equipment, and redirecting funds for a micro-shelter village. The meeting is held virtually.

• Authorize reallocation of $540,388 for airport ground support equipment
• Authorize $400,000 grant application for Domestic Violence Response Team
• Redirect $750,000 to Turner Road SE micro-shelter village
• Resolution establishing new solid waste management service rates
• Vacate easements adjacent to Reed Road SE

The Council voted 7-0 to reallocate $750,000 previously earmarked for the Front Street Safe Park to instead fund a micro-shelter village on Turner Road SE. Separately, the Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-47 establishing new solid waste service rates effective January 1, 2023, and approved a consent calendar that included airport equipment funding, several intergovernmental agreements, and a domestic violence grant application. An annexation of 6.87 acres at Cherry Glen Place NE was also passed on second reading.

• Reallocated $750,000 from Front Street Safe Park to Turner Road SE micro-shelter village (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-47 establishing new solid waste rates effective Jan. 1, 2023 (7-0)
• Authorized $540,388 in Capital Improvements Fund for airport ground support equipment (consent)
• Authorized IGA with Turner to maintain traffic signals and radar reader board (consent)
• Authorized IGA with Marion County to connect Gaia Street SE to Culver Drive SE (consent)
• Authorized IGA with Idanha-Detroit Rural Fire Protection District for vehicle maintenance (consent)
• Authorized application for $400,000 STOP Violence Against Women grant for DVRT (consent)
• Passed Ordinance Bill No. 15-22 annexing 3518-3598 Cherry Glen Place NE (7-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will hold a work session to discuss proposed Community Improvement Bond projects and the timing for their implementation. The timing will be determined by factors such as bond issuance amounts, available cash flow, and staffing capacity.

• Discussion of proposed Community Improvement Bond projects and timing
• Work session on Good Governance, Natural Environment Stewardship, and Infrastructure
• Public comments due by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting

The City Council held a work session to discuss proposed community improvement bond projects and timing, receiving a presentation from the Chief Financial Officer. No substantive decisions were made; the informational report was received and filed. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the special meeting agenda.

• Approved special meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Received and filed informational report on proposed community improvement bond projects

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including an executive management pay grade adjustment and a subdivision plan for 1374 Crowley Avenue SE. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding easement vacations near Reed Road SE and a first reading for a territory annexation.

• 5% pay grade adjustment for Executive Management
• Subdivision tentative plan for 1374 Crowley Avenue SE
• Vacation of three easements adjacent to Reed Road SE
• Annexation of 6.87-acre territory at 3518-3598 Cherry Glen Place NE
• Appointment of Eleanor Beatty as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore

The Salem City Council accepted Councilor Andersen's resignation and appointed Linda Nishioka to the vacant Ward 2 position (8-0, Andersen abstained). The Council also approved a 5% pay grade adjustment for executive management, adopted a final order approving a subdivision at 1374 Crowley Ave SE, and advanced an annexation of 6.87 acres at Cherry Glen Place NE to second reading.

• Declared Ward 2 council position vacant and appointed Linda Nishioka (8-0, Andersen abstained)
• Approved 5% executive management pay grade adjustment with 13-step structure (9-0)
• Adopted final order approving subdivision at 1374 Crowley Ave SE (8-0, Leung abstained)
• Approved vacation of three easements at Reed/Strong/Lindburg roads (9-0)
• Advanced annexation of 3518-3598 Cherry Glen Pl NE to second reading (9-0)
• Appointed Eleanor Beatty as municipal judge pro tempore (consent agenda)
• Approved July 25 and July 28 draft minutes (consent agenda)
• Received and filed informational reports including new city flag (no vote needed)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and receive a progress report on the 2022 Policy Agenda priorities, which focus on sheltering crisis, planning, community engagement, and infrastructure. The meeting also includes an informational update on transitioning the Salem Municipal Airport to commercial service. No votes are expected.

• Review of four priority areas: sheltering crisis, planning for future, engaging community, sustaining infrastructure and services
• Discussion of transitioning Salem Municipal Airport to full commercial service, requiring terminal improvements and increased staffing
• Opportunity to adjust current priorities and plan for November work session and 2023 Policy Agenda
• Information-only item on airport funding challenges: insufficient revenues for FAA/TSA investments

The City Council held a work session to discuss the 2022 policy agenda update and a proposal to transition the Salem Municipal Airport to a full commercial service airport. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is considering adding ten new positions and creating new job classifications. The board will also review resolutions regarding the management of Salem Manor Apartments, amendments to agency plans, and a Moving to Work plan submission.

• Addition of 10 new positions, job classifications, and pay ranges
• Agreement for SHA to serve as General Manager for Salem Manor Apartments at 4085 Market Street NE
• Amendments to the 2022-26 Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan
• Approval of the Moving to Work (MTW) Plan submission to HUD

The Housing Authority Board approved the consent calendar and adopted July 11 minutes. They then voted to add 10 new positions with new job classifications and pay ranges (6-0). Resolutions were adopted authorizing SHA to serve as General Manager of Salem Manor Apartments (6-0) and approving submission of the Moving to Work Plan to HUD (6-0). An informational project management report was received and filed.

• Approved consent calendar including July 11 minutes (6-0)
• Approved adding 10 new positions and new job classifications/pay ranges (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2287 for SHA as General Manager of Salem Manor Apartments (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2288 amending 2022-2026 PHA Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2289 approving submission of Moving to Work Plan to HUD (6-0)
• Received and filed Project Management Report

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is holding a virtual meeting with no substantive business on the agenda. The only action is approval of draft minutes from the June 27 meeting. Public comment is accepted via email or Zoom.

• Approval of June 27, 2022 draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included approving the draft minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting. The meeting was held virtually and adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

• Approved consent calendar (7-0)
• Approved June 27, 2022 draft minutes (7-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider a resolution to extend the Emergency Utility Assistance Program through 2024 and authorize up to $300,000 annually. The body will also vote on utility rate increases for water, wastewater, and stormwater, and approve the explanatory statement for the Salem Community Capital Improvements Bond.

• Extend Emergency Utility Assistance Program through Dec. 31, 2024
• Authorize up to $300,000 annually for utility assistance
• Set utility rate increases of 5% for water, wastewater, and stormwater
• Approve explanatory statement for Salem Community Capital Improvements Bond
• Approve Bailey Ridge Park Master Plan

The council adopted Resolution 2022-43 establishing new water, wastewater, and stormwater fees for 2023-2024 and allocated up to $300,000 annually for utility assistance. It also approved a subdivision at 1374 Crowley Ave SE (6-1), directed staff to design a Capitol Street road diet for a buffered bike lane, and authorized a $185,000 worker's compensation settlement. Several consent items were approved, including the Bailey Ridge Park Master Plan and ballot language for a capital improvements bond.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-43 establishing utility rate increases for 2023-2024, with $300K annual emergency assistance (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-44 extending Emergency Utility Assistance Program (consent)
• Approved Bailey Ridge Park Master Plan (consent)
• Authorized $185,000 settlement of Stephen Cudeck workers' compensation claim (consent)
• Approved explanatory statement and ballot title for Salem Community Capital Improvements Bond (consent)
• Affirmed subdivision tentative plan at 1374 Crowley Ave SE (6-1)
• Directed staff to develop conceptual design for road diet on Capitol Street NE for buffered bike lane (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-45 transferring budget for Capitol JAM event (consent)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to discuss a proposal to apply for the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Moving to Work (MTW) Demonstration Program.

• Authorization for staff to apply to HUD for the Moving to Work (MTW) Demonstration Program

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem voted 5-0 to approve moving forward with an application to participate in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Moving to Work Demonstration Program. The consent calendar, including approval of previous meeting minutes, was also unanimously approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including June 27, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved moving forward with HUD Moving to Work Demonstration Program application (5-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider referring a $300 million general obligation bond measure to the November 8, 2022 election for capital improvements. Other key actions include appointing Keith Stahley as city manager, accepting over $5 million in state and county grants for sheltering and sanitation services, and deliberating the Our Salem comprehensive plan update. The council also plans to direct staff to rename Salem Parkway to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway and consider designating the Eco Earth Globe as a local historic resource.

• Refer $300 million Community Improvement Bond to November 8, 2022 election
• Appoint Keith Stahley as Salem City Manager and approve contract
• Accept $2.5 million state grant for sheltering and $750,000 for sanitation services
• Accept $3 million from Marion County and $1.9 million from state for Navigation Center renovation
• Direct staff to rename Salem Parkway to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway

The Council voted 7-0 to advance the Housing Needs Analysis and comprehensive plan updates, with amendments removing specific properties from proposed rezonings, including 2390 Brown Road NE and properties near Orchard Heights Road. The action also directs staff to address Wallace Road traffic issues in the Transportation System Plan update. Separately, the Council accepted over $4.9 million in grants for the Navigation Center and a laundry truck for unsheltered services, and adopted a revised fee waiver policy.

• Approved consent calendar items: $3M Marion County grant for Navigation Center, $1.9M state grant, $13,400 laundry truck grant, water-quality monitoring agreement, and June 27 minutes (6-0)
• Advanced Eco Earth Globe as local historic resource to second reading (7-0)
• Approved comprehensive plan and zoning map amendments with multiple property changes and a traffic study directive (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-39 modifying fee waiver policy and waiving fees for neighborhood association events (6-0-1 abstain)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider adopting Resolution No. 22-7 URA to approve its FY2023 budget before the July 1 deadline. The meeting also includes approval of June 13 meeting minutes and a report on administrative purchases from May 2022. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.

• Adopt Resolution No. 22-7 URA for FY2023 Urban Renewal Agency budget
• Approve June 13, 2022 draft minutes
• Receive report on purchases approved administratively from May 1-31, 2022

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the June 13, 2022 draft minutes and adopted Resolution No. 22-7 URA for the FY 2023 budget. The meeting was conducted virtually with eight members present.

• Approved June 13, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Adopted FY 2023 budget via Resolution No. 22-7 URA (8-0)
• Received and filed May 2022 administrative purchase report

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will consider authorizing the executive director to execute a grant agreement with the City of Salem and accept $1,000,000 in pass-through funds from the state to support affordable housing and homelessness services. The consent calendar also includes approval of May 23 meeting minutes. A project management report will be presented for information only. Public comment may be submitted or given via Zoom.

• Authorize executive director to accept $1,000,000 pass-through grant for affordable housing and homelessness services
• Approval of draft minutes from May 23, 2022 meeting
• Project management report covering voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics

The Housing Authority approved the consent calendar by a voice vote. The main action was authorizing the executive director to execute a $1,000,000 pass-through grant from the City of Salem to support affordable housing and homelessness services. The board also approved the draft minutes from the May 23, 2022 meeting.

• Approved $1M pass-through grant for affordable housing and homelessness (on consent calendar)
• Approved May 23, 2022 draft meeting minutes

City Council

The Salem City Council will vote on the fiscal year 2023 budget, a capital improvement plan, and pay adjustments for several city positions. The meeting also includes a public hearing on a proposed annexation and a resolution regarding fee waivers.

• Adoption of FY 2023 City of Salem budget (Resolution 2022-37)
• Adoption of Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2027
• Pay grade adjustments for Assistant Director, City Engineer, and others (3-4%)
• Public hearing on annexation of 3518-3598 Cherry Glen Place NE
• Resolution modifying fee waiver request policy (Resolution 2022-39)

The City Council adopted the FY 2023 budget, approved a 3% to 4% pay increase for city staff, and authorized a resolution to refer a Community Improvement Bond measure to the November 2022 general election. The council also approved an annexation at Cherry Glen Place NE.

• Adopted FY 2023 City of Salem budget (Resolution 2022-37)
• Authorized City Manager to execute lease with Avis Budget Car Rental
• Approved 3% pay adjustment for Assistant Director, City Engineer, City Librarian, and Deputy City Attorney
• Approved 4% pay adjustment for Division Manager
• Adopted Order 2022-12 ANX for Cherry Glen Place NE annexation
• Directed staff to prepare resolution to refer Community Improvement Bond to November 2022 ballot
• Approved $7.6M for Davis Road S urban upgrade project
• Approved $3.54M for Safe Pedestrian Crossings project

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will hold a public hearing on the recommended FY 2023 budget. The Budget Committee recommended a budget on May 11, 2022; the Board must adopt a final budget before July 1. The Board may amend the budget with restrictions on tax levies and expenditure increases. The Board also will consider a reappointment to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board.

• Public hearing on the FY 2023 Salem Urban Renewal Agency budget
• Reappointment to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Approval of May 23, 2022 draft minutes
• Budget adoption required before July 1, 2022

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar including minutes and reappointed Samantha Ross to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board. A public hearing was held on the FY 2023 budget, and the board directed staff to return on June 27 with a resolution to adopt the Budget Committee's recommended budget.

• Approved consent calendar including May 23 minutes (7-0)
• Reappointed Samantha Ross to West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board term expiring June 30, 2025 (consent)
• Directed staff to present budget adoption resolution on June 27 (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a new fee schedule and the Downtown Parking District budget. Action items include property donations, elevator repairs at Chemeketa Parkade, and the allocation of state grant funds for housing and shelter services.

• Adoption of FY 2023 City fee schedule
• FY 2023 Downtown Parking District budget of $1,173,850
• Easement acquisition for Lancaster Drive NE/Watson Avenue NE Pedestrian Crossing Project
• Reallocation of up to $64,000 for Chemeketa Parkade elevator repairs
• Allocation of $449,280 in State Sheltering grant funds for Village of Hope

The Salem City Council approved the consent calendar, adopting the FY2023 fee schedule, parking district budget, and several property and grant actions including $357,222.56 for the Village of Hope micro-shelter village. During public hearings, the Council closed the Our Salem project hearing and continued it to July, and adopted a resolution to receive state revenue sharing funds. The Council then amended the FY2023 budget to add $150,000 for youth bus passes and $750,000 from state sheltering grant funds for up to 40 safe parking spaces and a warming shelter at Front and Hood Streets, directing staff to return with a final budget resolution on June 27.

• Approved FY2023 fee schedule (Resolution 2022-27)
• Adopted FY23 Parking District budget and set parking tax rate (Resolution 2022-30)
• Authorized $1M grant agreement with Oregon for Salem Housing Authority services
• Allocated $357,222.56 for Village of Hope micro-shelter village
• Approved security officer pay grade adjustment to $17.96-$21.47/hr
• Closed public hearing on Our Salem project, continued to July 2022 meeting (5-3)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-33 electing to receive state revenue sharing funds (8-0)
• Amended FY2023 budget: added $150,000 for youth bus passes and $750,000 for safe parking/warming shelter at Front & Hood Streets

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will conduct a virtual meeting to review agency business. The agenda includes the approval of April 25, 2022, draft minutes and an information report on administrative purchases.

• Approval of April 25, 2022 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes
• Information report on purchases approved administratively from April 1, 2022 through April 30, 2022

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the minutes from the April 25, 2022 meeting and received an informational report on administrative purchases. No substantive actions were taken on the consent calendar.

• Approved April 25, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Received informational report on administrative purchases (April 1-30, 2022)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will consider approving the April 11, 2022 meeting minutes and receive a monthly Program Management Report that includes voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics. No action items, resolutions, or public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural.

• Approval of April 11, 2022 draft minutes
• Monthly Program Management Report (information only) covering voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, client and applicant statistics

The Commission approved the draft minutes from the April 11, 2022, meeting. Additionally, the Program Management Report was received and filed.

• Approved April 11, 2022, draft minutes (7-0)
• Received and filed Program Management Report

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to create an approval process for street paintings and exempt certain temporary banners and City-authorized signs. They will also consider directing staff to conduct additional polling on a proposed $300 million Community Improvement Bond for the November 2022 ballot, covering fire engines, streets, parks, affordable housing, and earthquake safety. Other action items include authorizing an FAA grant application for the Salem Municipal Airport Master Plan, remanding a comprehensive plan and zone change appeal for 24.66 acres on Kuebler Boulevard SE, and a petitioner-initiated annexation of 0.597 acres at 4314 Munkers Street SE.

• Discussion of $300M Community Improvement Bond with additional public opinion research (fire trucks, streets, parks, affordable housing, earthquake safety)
• Public hearing on Ordinance Bill 8-22 to allow street paintings and exempt temporary banners and City-authorized signs from sign code
• Annexation of 0.597 acres at 4314 Munkers Street SE with RS (Single Family Residential) zoning (Case C-745)
• Authorization to apply for FAA Airport Improvement Program grant to update Salem Municipal Airport Master Plan
• Remand of zoning appeal CPC-ZC21-04 for 24.66 acres on Kuebler Blvd SE from RA to CR to Planning Commission

The City Council approved an annexation request for 4314 Munkers Street SE and advanced an ordinance to create a process for street paintings and exempt certain temporary banners. The Council also adopted resolutions for energy grants and airport planning, and proclaimed Pride Month and Older Americans Month. A motion to table a substitute proposal regarding the Community Improvement Bond project list was approved.

• Approved annexation of 4314 Munkers Street SE (8-0)
• Advanced ordinance for street paintings and sign exemptions (9-0)
• Adopted resolution for Oregon Department of Energy grant (8-0)
• Adopted resolution dedicating Sienna Drive NE reserve strip (8-0)
• Authorized FAA grant application for Airport Master Plan (8-0)
• Adopted order remanding zoning case to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Tabled substitute motion on Community Improvement Bond project list (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved proclamation for National Gun Violence Awareness Day (motion made)

City Council

The City Council holds a work session to discuss the Infrastructure Bond Engagement Steering Committee's recommendation for a $300 million Community Improvement Bond proposal for the November 2022 ballot. The package includes projects for streets, sidewalks, parks, affordable housing with branch libraries, fire engines, earthquake safety improvements for the Civic Center, and cybersecurity. No formal action is taken; this is a discussion only.

• Discussion of $300 million bond measure for November 2022 vote
• Projects include streets, sidewalks, parks, affordable housing with branch libraries, fire engines, earthquake safety for Civic Center, and cybersecurity
• Steering Committee recommended project list attached
• Public comments received and attached

The City Council met virtually to discuss the 22-209 Infrastructure Bond Engagement Steering Committee's recommendation for a November 2022 Community Improvement Bond. The meeting included presentations from the Chief Financial Officer and Strategic Initiatives Manager, followed by a question-and-answer session with councilors and city staff. No final actions were taken.

• Approved special meeting agenda (8-0)
• Discussed November 2022 Community Improvement Bond
• Presented Infrastructure Bond Engagement Steering Committee recommendation

City Council

The Salem City Council meets virtually on May 9, 2022, and will hold a public hearing on an appeal of a Planning Commission decision to rezone 24.66 acres at the southwest corner of Kuebler Boulevard and I-5 from Residential Agriculture to Retail Commercial. The council will also adopt final orders on several land-use decisions, including a zone change for 24.84 acres on Doaks Ferry Road NW and subdivision approvals. Consent items include property leases, sales, and easement vacations related to road improvements.

• Public hearing on appeal of zone change for 24.66 acres at Kuebler Boulevard and I-5 to Retail Commercial (CR) zoning
• Adoption of Final Order for zone change of 24.84 acres on Doaks Ferry Road NW from Residential Agriculture to Multiple Family Residential
• Initiating vacation of three easements adjacent to Reed Road SE at Strong Road SE and Lindburg Road SE for street improvements
• Authorizing lease with James A. Eastridge Living Trust for parking lot at Front Street SE and Ferry Street SE
• Authorizing acquisition of property adjacent to Franzen Reservoir to protect drinking water infrastructure

The City Council voted to send a proposed zone change at Kuebler Boulevard and I-5 back to the Planning Commission for further review. The council also approved several property leases, sales, and subdivision plans, and affirmed a comprehensive plan change on Doaks Ferry Road NW.

• Remanded Kuebler/I-5 zone change (6-3)
• Authorized lease at Front St SE & Ferry St SE
• Authorized sale of property adjacent to Kuebler Blvd SE
• Authorized purchase of property adjacent to Franzen Reservoir
• Adopted Final Order for SUB21-09 subdivision (with abstentions)
• Adopted Final Order for SUB-UGA-ADJ22-01 subdivision (no vote)
• Adopted Final Order denying CU-SPR-ADJ-DAP-DR21-05 (no vote)
• Adopted Final Order affirming CPC-ZC21-06 zone change (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to discuss a grant for DD Salem Center Two, LLC. The proposal aims to secure a ten-year rental affordability term for 5% of the units in a new development.

• Grant to DD Salem Center Two, LLC for a 157-unit mixed use/mixed-income building at 420 Center Street NE
• Proposed ten-year rental affordability term for five percent of housing units

The Urban Renewal Agency unanimously approved a consent calendar that included a $2.1 million grant to DD Salem Center Two, LLC for a 157-unit mixed-use, mixed-income building at 420 Center Street NE. The grant secures a ten-year rental affordability requirement for five percent of the units. The minutes from the April 11, 2022 meeting were also approved.

• Approved consent calendar (9-0) including minutes and grant item
• Approved $2.1M RDURA grant to DD Salem Center Two, LLC for 157-unit building at 420 Center Street NE (9-0)
• Approved 10-year rental affordability term for 5% of units in the development
• Authorized staff to execute grant agreement with developer consistent with approval

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider approving a pay adjustment for the Deputy Police Chief, two annexations, and federal housing funds. The meeting is virtual due to COVID-19.

• Approve 8% salary adjustment for Deputy Police Chief
• Annex 0.91 acres at 4090 Milton Street NE
• Annex territory at 4929 Auburn Road NE
• Adopt Amendment #2 to 2021 Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan
• Adopt 2022-2023 Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan

The Salem City Council voted 8-1 to affirm the Planning Administrator's decision approving a phased subdivision tentative plan, urban growth area declaration, and class 2 adjustment at 2527 Robins Lane SE; a motion to reverse had failed for lack of a second. Council also adopted Housing and Community Development annual action plans, approved an 8% salary adjustment for the Deputy Police Chief (retroactive) and extended the hiring bonus, accepted $540,388 in state airport equipment funds, and waived terminal rent and fees for the first two years of commercial air service. An appeal denial for a conditional use permit at 4900 block of State Street was affirmed 9-0, and a petition-initiated annexation at 4090 Milton Street NE advanced to second reading.

• Approved consent calendar (9-0), including minutes, budget transfer, and police pay & hiring bonus changes
• Adopted Amendment #2 to 2021 Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan (9-0)
• Adopted 2022–2023 Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds (9-0)
• Affirmed phased subdivision tentative plan at 2527 Robins Lane SE (8-1)
• Affirmed Hearings Officer's denial of conditional use permit at 4900 block of State Street (9-0)
• Accepted $540,388 state grant for airport ground handling equipment (9-0)
• Approved 100% waiver of terminal rent, landing fees, and apron parking fees for first two years of commercial air service (9-0)
• Advanced annexation of 4090 Milton Street NE to second reading (9-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will hold a work session to discuss the city's housing needs with representatives from Marion County, Polk County, the Salem Area Mass Transit Board, and the Salem-Keizer School District. The meeting is being conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Work session on Salem's housing needs with Marion and Polk Counties
• Discussion with Salem Area Mass Transit Board of Directors
• Discussion with Salem-Keizer School District
• Meeting is virtual due to COVID-19 pandemic
• Public comments due by 5:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting

The City Council conducted a virtual work session to discuss housing needs with representatives from Marion and Polk Counties, the Salem Area Mass Transit District, and the Salem-Keizer School District. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken during the session.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency will consider allocating $24,000 to contract with the Urban Land Institute for a technical assistance panel focused on the West Salem Urban Renewal Area. The meeting is being held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approval of March 28, 2022 Urban Renewal Agency minutes
• Allocate $24,000 to Urban Land Institute for West Salem redevelopment planning
• Public comment period open until 5:00 p.m.
• Meeting conducted virtually via CC:Media YouTube and Comcast Channel 21

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a $24,000 contract with the Urban Land Institute to provide technical assistance for redevelopment planning in the West Salem Urban Renewal Area. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved March 28, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Allocated $24,000 to Urban Land Institute for West Salem redevelopment planning (9-0)
• Pulled item 3.3a from consent calendar for separate vote

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will consider resolutions to authorize the disposition of land at 3112-3120 Broadway Ave NE and seek up to $1.5 million in federal funding for the Sequoia Crossings affordable housing project.

• Approval of land disposition at 3112-3120 Broadway Ave NE for Sequoia Crossings
• Seeking up to $1.5 million in HOME ARPA funding for Sequoia Crossings
• Approval of draft minutes for March 28, 2022
• Meeting conducted virtually due to COVID-19

The Housing Authority approved the disposition of land at 3112-3120 Broadway Ave NE for an affordable housing project called Sequoia Crossings. The board also authorized applying for up to $1.5 million in HOME ARPA funding for the project.

• Approved March 28, 2022 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2285 to dispose of land at 3112-3120 Broadway Ave NE for Sequoia Crossings affordable housing (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2286 to apply for up to $1.5 million in City of Salem HOME ARPA funding for Sequoia Crossings (6-0)

City Council

The Salem City Council will decide on multiple items, including a $200,000 transfer for Climate Action Plan implementation, approval of one-year contract extensions with fire fighters and 911 dispatchers, adoption of a national fire response time standard, and addition of Juneteenth as a paid holiday. Public hearings are scheduled for two annexations and a council review of a Planning Commission decision to rezone 24.84 acres near Doaks Ferry Rd NW from residential agriculture and neighborhood center mixed use to multiple family residential.

• Transfer of $200,000 from General Fund contingency to fund initial steps in the Climate Action Plan
• One-year contract extension with Salem Professional Fire Fighters (IAFF Local 314) through June 30, 2023
• One-year contract extension with 911 Professional Communication Employees’ Association (PCEA) through June 30, 2023
• Adoption of NFPA 1710 response time standard: 5 min 20 sec for fire calls, 5 min for other emergencies (90% of the time)
• Addition of Juneteenth Day (June 19) as a city-paid holiday for eligible employees starting 2022

Council affirmed a planning commission decision to rezone 24.84 acres near Doaks Ferry Rd NW to multiple-family residential (7-2). It also approved two annexations, extended union contracts, added Juneteenth as a paid holiday, waived a theater fee, and directed exploration of a mobile crisis unit.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, budget transfer, two union contract extensions, and Juneteenth holiday (9-0)
• Approved annexation at 4090 Milton St NE (9-0)
• Approved annexation at 4929 Auburn Rd NE (9-0)
• Affirmed Planning Commission decision to rezone 2100 Doaks Ferry Rd NW to RM-II (7-2)
• Waived $876 facility fee for Children's Educational Theater (8-1)
• Directed staff to explore RFP for mobile crisis unit (9-0)
• Removed item on fire department response time standard from agenda (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the February 28, 2022 draft minutes and appointed four members to the North Gateway and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Boards.

• Approved February 28, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)
• Appointed John Lucas to North Gateway Board (term expires 12/31/2024)
• Appointed Scott Cantowine to North Gateway Board (partial term expires 12/31/2022)
• Appointed Mark Smith to West Salem Board (partial term expires 06/30/2023)
• Appointed Thomas Crozier to West Salem Board (partial term expires 06/30/2023)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem adopted two resolutions to enter into legal agreements. These include a cost recovery agreement with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality and a limited partnership agreement with CDP Gateway Phase 1 LLC and CDP Oregon LLC.

• Approved March 14, 2022 draft minutes (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2283: Cost Recovery Agreement with Oregon Department of Environmental Quality for Sequoia Crossing Site (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2284: Limited Partnership Agreement with CDP Gateway Phase 1 LLC and CDP Oregon LLC (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a supplemental budget to appropriate $7,606,950 for various city services. The body will also consider two property annexations and a modified subdivision plan.

• Supplemental Budget 3 to appropriate $7,606,950 for items including a Community Sanitation Response Team and Navigation Center construction
• Annexation of 9.53 acres at 2490 Michigan City Lane NW for future development
• Annexation of 4.00 acres at 4255 Cordon Road NE
• Modified phased subdivision plan for 29.68 acres at 4540 Pringle Road SE
• Resolution to amend the boundary of the North East Salem Community Association (NESCA)

The Salem City Council approved a $7.6 million supplemental budget for FY 2022, two annexations, and a subdivision plan modification. The council also continued a zoning appeal hearing and amended a neighborhood association boundary. All votes were unanimous except the subdivision decision, which passed 4-3-1.

• Approved $7,606,950 supplemental budget (8-0)
• Approved annexation at 2490 Michigan City Lane NW (8-0)
• Approved annexation at 4255 Cordon Road NE (8-0)
• Affirmed modified phased subdivision tentative plan (4-3-1, Varney abstained)
• Continued zoning appeal hearing to May 9, 2022 (8-0)
• Amended Northeast Salem Community Association boundary (8-0)
• Approved appointments to multiple boards and commissions (consent calendar, 8-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and resolutions (8-0)

City Council

The City Council interviewed three candidates for the Ward 8 vacancy and appointed Micki Varney to the position. The appointment was decided by a unanimous vote of the seven councilors present.

• Approved special meeting agenda (7-0)
• Appointed Micki Varney to Ward 8 council seat (7-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will hold a virtual meeting to discuss restructuring the organization to address future housing needs. The agenda includes approval of minutes and public comment, but no specific decisions or contracts are listed.

• Approval of February 28, 2022 draft minutes
• Restructuring and rebranding of the Salem Housing Authority
• Public comment period for agenda items
• Virtual meeting format due to COVID-19

The Commission approved the February 28, 2022, draft minutes via the consent calendar. An informational report regarding the restructuring and rebranding of the Salem Housing Authority was received and filed.

• Approved February 28, 2022, draft minutes (7-0)
• Received and filed report on restructuring and rebranding the Salem Housing Authority

City Council

The City Council will consider a $475,000 allocation from a state sheltering grant for a city-staffed team and a nonprofit program to address unmanaged sheltering. Other major actions include modifying 17 Community Development fees, authorizing a park grant application and several property acquisitions for street improvements, and approving ARPA funds for kitchenettes at a domestic violence shelter.

• Modification of 17 Community Development Department fees via Resolution 2022-5
• Grant application for first phase of Brown Road Park development (playground, picnic shelter, paths)
• Property acquisition for 2nd Street NW improvement project (curbs, sidewalks, utilities)
• Property acquisition for Hilfiker Lane SE intersection safety improvements (bike lanes, left-turn lanes, signal)
• Allocation of $475,000 for homelessness emergency response and $230,000 in ARPA funds for Mosaic Motel kitchenettes

The City Council approved $705,000 for homelessness response and authorized the acquisition of property for the Hilfiker Lane SE improvement project. The council also adopted the 2022 Policy Agenda and directed staff to create a process for residents to obtain speed humps.

• Approved $475,000 from State sheltering grant for homelessness response (8-0)
• Approved $230,000 in ARPA funds for kitchenettes at Mosaic Motel shelter (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-5 modifying Community Development Department fees (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-8 dedicating property for Logistics Street SE (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-13 authorizing Brown Road Park grant application (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-14 authorizing acquisition for 2nd Street NW project (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-15 through 2022-21 for Hilfiker Lane SE acquisition (8-0)
• Adopted 2022 City Council Policy Agenda (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will vote on accepting a $326,130 HUD Family Self-Sufficiency grant — a 10% increase from prior years — and adding one full-time FSS case manager fully funded by the grant. The agenda also includes election of a Vice Chair, approval of January meeting minutes, and a monthly program management report for information only.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Approval of January 24, 2022 draft minutes
• Authorization to accept HUD FSS grant funds of $326,130 and add one full-time FSS case manager
• Monthly Program Management Report covering voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem authorized the acceptance of HUD Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) grant funds. The board also approved the addition of one full-time permanent FSS case manager.

• Elected Commissioner Stapleton as 2022 Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved January 24, 2022 draft minutes
• Authorized acceptance of HUD FSS grant funds
• Approved addition of one full-time permanent FSS case manager

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider adopting six resolutions authorizing short-term bonds totaling up to $15.1 million for projects in the McGilchrist, Mill Creek Industrial Park, North Gateway, Riverfront-Downtown, South Waterfront, and West Salem Urban Renewal Areas. Additionally, the board will vote on an exception to grant guidelines to fund 100% of the cost (up to $200,000) to remove the skybridge between Salem Center South Building and the former Nordstrom building, and on reallocating $150,000 to the Riverfront-Downtown Strategic Project Grant Program.

• Authorizing $6.5M short-term bond for Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Area
• Authorizing $4.5M bond for North Gateway Urban Renewal Area
• Authorizing $1.8M bond for West Salem Urban Renewal Area
• Exception to grant guidelines to fund 100% of skybridge demolition costs up to $200,000
• Reallocation of $150,000 to Riverfront-Downtown Strategic Project Grant Program

The Urban Renewal Agency approved resolutions authorizing short-term borrowing totaling $13.1 million for six urban renewal areas. The board also approved an exception to grant guidelines to fund demolition of a skybridge and reallocated $150,000 in grant funds.

• Approved $1M short-term borrowing for McGilchrist Urban Renewal Area
• Approved $800K short-term borrowing for Mill Creek Industrial Park
• Approved $4.5M short-term borrowing for North Gateway Urban Renewal Area
• Approved $6.5M short-term borrowing for Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Area
• Approved $500K short-term borrowing for South Waterfront Urban Renewal Area
• Approved $1.8M short-term borrowing for West Salem Urban Renewal Area
• Approved exception to grant guidelines for skybridge demolition ($200K)
• Approved reallocation of $150K to Strategic Project Grant Program

City Council

The Salem City Council will consider authorizing agreements for the Commercial Street SE Buffered Bike Lanes Project and amending the city's investment policy to include environmental factors. The meeting is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Authorize IGA with ODOT for Commercial Street SE Buffered Bike Lanes Project
• Amend Council Policy C-7 to add Environmental, Social, and Governance factors
• Resolution urging Congress to prevent nuclear war
• Proclamation recognizing the Salem Neighborhood Association Program’s 50th anniversary
• Affirm Planning Administrator’s decision on SUB21-09 subdivision approval

The Council denied a 96-lot subdivision at 4540 Pringle Road SE after two earlier motions failed and a third motion to deny passed 5-2. It also adopted a resolution urging Congress to prevent nuclear war, authorized eminent domain for Commercial Street SE buffered bike lanes, amended the investment policy, and postponed a neighborhood boundary change.

• Denied subdivision SUB21-09 at 4540 Pringle Road SE (5-2)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-10 urging Congress to lead global effort to prevent nuclear war (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2022-6 and 2022-7 authorizing acquisition and eminent domain for Commercial Street SE buffered bike lanes (6-1, Nordyke recused)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-12 amending Council Policy C-7 on investment portfolio guidelines (7-0)
• Postponed NESCA boundary amendment to second meeting in March (7-0)
• Authorized Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County for ORMAP project (consent, 7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve the procedures for the recruitment and selection of a City Manager. This includes establishing the salary range for the position in compliance with ORS 192.660(7)(d).

• Approval of recruitment and selection procedures for the City Manager
• Setting the salary range for the City Manager position

The Salem City Council voted 7-0 (one absent) to approve the hiring procedure and profile for the city manager recruitment, as outlined and amended during the discussion. This was the only substantive action taken at the special virtual meeting.

• Approved city manager recruitment hiring procedure and profile (7-0, Leung absent)

City Council

The Salem City Council will interview candidates for two open seats on the Planning Commission and consider approving a $35,000 transfer to complete audio-visual upgrades in the Council Chambers. The Council will also discuss a new fee waiver policy and authorize applications for federal transportation funding.

• Appoint two Planning Commission members to full-term positions expiring Dec 31, 2025
• Authorize $35,000 transfer for City Council Chambers audio-visual upgrade
• Adopt resolution to establish a City Council fee waiver policy
• Authorize applications for federal transportation funding for five projects
• Approve Fire Management compensation changes with retroactive pay increases

The Salem City Council voted unanimously to direct staff to develop an implementation plan for a '20 is Plenty' program, which would reduce speed limits on local residential streets from 25 to 20 mph citywide. The Council also accepted Councilor Jim Lewis's resignation, appointed two members to the Planning Commission, and approved fire management compensation increases. A substitute motion on the Climate Action Plan was approved, accepting the task force report and forming a subcommittee for implementation recommendations.

• Accepted resignation of Councilor Jim Lewis and declared Ward 8 seat vacant (8-0)
• Appointed Kaley Fought and Ron Eachus to full-term Planning Commission positions (voice vote)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, resolutions on budget transfers and fee waiver policy (8-0)
• Approved Fire Management compensation changes with pay grade increases and retirement contributions (8-0)
• Directed staff to bring back implementation plan for 20 is Plenty speed reduction program (8-0)
• Approved substitute motion to accept Climate Action Task Force report and appoint subcommittee (8-0)
• Authorized City Manager to submit five federal transportation funding applications for road and safety projects (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will consider approving a grant agreement between the City and the Authority to expand housing voucher program outreach and extend the Homeless Rental Assistance Program, using state funds awarded to the City. The board will also receive a monthly program management report with updates on voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics.

• Grant agreement between City of Salem and Salem Housing Authority to expand housing voucher outreach and extend Homeless Rental Assistance Program (state funds from 2021 legislative session)
• Program Management Report: monthly update including voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, client and applicant statistics, and FSS Annual Report 2021

The Housing Authority approved the consent calendar, which included approving the minutes from the December 13, 2021 meeting and authorizing the Executive Director to execute grant agreements with the Housing Authority of the City of Salem and the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency.

• Approved minutes from Dec 13, 2021 meeting
• Authorized Executive Director to execute grant agreements with Salem Housing Authority and Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency
• Approved consent calendar (8-0 vote)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will vote on approving guidelines and allocating $150,000 for a new Strategic Project Grant Program in the North Gateway Urban Renewal Area. They will also consider approval of the FY 2020-21 Annual Financial Report and appointments to advisory boards. A report on administratively approved purchases for December 2021 is provided for information only.

• Approve guidelines for NGURA Strategic Project Grant Program and allocate $150,000 from FY 21-22 budget
• Approve and forward FY 2020-21 Urban Renewal Agency Annual Financial Report to City Council
• Appoint members to Downtown Advisory Board and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Administrative purchases report for December 2021 (information only)
• Approval of December 6, 2021 draft minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency unanimously approved a consent calendar that included the FY2020-21 annual financial report to be forwarded to City Council, guidelines for the North Gateway Strategic Project Grant Program with a $150,000 allocation, and appointments to the Downtown Advisory Board and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board. No public comment or hearings were held.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Approved December 6, 2021 draft minutes
• Approved and forwarded FY2020-21 Urban Renewal Agency Annual Financial Report to City Council
• Approved NGURA Strategic Project Grant Program guidelines and allocated $150,000 from unallocated FY21-22 budget
• Appointed applicants to Downtown Advisory Board and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board

City Council

The City Council will consider allocating $200,000 from a state sheltering grant for towing services and $392,000 to extend the Village of Hope micro shelter village through June 2022, along with authorizing use of three city properties for micro sheltering. Other major items include a public hearing on amending criteria for major comprehensive plan map amendments, a second reading of a related ordinance, and deliberations on the 2021 Unified Development Code update. Consent calendar items include authorizing up to $70 million in conduit revenue bonds for Capital Manor continuing care facilities and a lease with Church at the Park at 2640 Portland Road NE for safe parking and outreach services.

• Allocate $200,000 for towing services and $392,000 to extend Village of Hope micro shelter village through June 2022
• Authorize up to $70 million in conduit revenue bonds for Capital Manor continuing care retirement facilities
• Lease with Church at the Park for city-owned property at 2640 Portland Road NE for Safe Parking and outreach
• Public hearing and second reading on ordinance amending criteria for major comprehensive plan map amendments (Ordinance Bill No. 17-21)
• First reading of annexation for 3.54 acres at 3476/3480 Blossom Drive NE, rezoning to RM-II

The Salem City Council approved two annexations, authorized $592,000 in state sheltering grants for homelessness services, and directed staff to create a street mural program. The council also advanced an ordinance to amend comprehensive plan map amendment criteria to second reading.

• Approved $70M conduit financing for Hospital Facility Authority (9-0)
• Authorized $200,000 for homelessness towing services (9-0)
• Authorized $392,000 to extend Hope micro shelter village (9-0)
• Directed staff to create a street mural program proposal (9-0)
• Authorized lease for Church at the Park property (9-0)
• Adopted ordinance amending comprehensive plan map amendment criteria (9-0)
• Approved annexation at 3476/3480 Blossom Drive NE (9-0)
• Approved annexation at Ash Grove Subdivision (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold two work sessions: one on the city's response to the unsheltered emergency, and another to set priorities for the 2022 Council Policy Agenda. No decisions are expected; these are discussion-only sessions.

• Work Session #1: Unsheltered Response Activities – city's response to the unsheltered emergency
• Work Session #2: 2022 City Council Policy Agenda – setting priorities for the year

The council approved the special meeting agenda (9-0) and held a work session on unsheltered response activities. The second work session on the 2022 City Council Policy Agenda was postponed to a future date. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting consisted of presentations and discussion only.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)
• Postponed 2022 City Council Policy Agenda work session to a future date

City Council

The Salem City Council will appoint Kristin Retherford as interim city manager effective March 1, 2022, following the retirement of Steve Powers. The council will also hold public hearings on a 3.54-acre annexation at 3476/3480 Blossom Drive NE for future development with RM-II zoning, and on a 139-lot subdivision at 4540 Pringle Road SE. Consent items include intergovernmental agreements with Marion County for roadway improvements on Center Street NE and Hayesville Drive NE, and a new trail connection from Skyline Trail to Joplin Court S. Additionally, the council will discuss a shelter response to the homelessness emergency, including micro-village site options.

• Appoint Kristin Retherford as interim city manager effective March 1, 2022
• Public hearing on annexation of 3.54 acres at 3476/3480 Blossom Dr NE to RM-II zoning
• Public hearing on subdivision at 4540 Pringle Rd SE creating 139 single-family lots
• Authorize intergovernmental agreements with Marion County for Center St NE and Hayesville Dr NE roadway improvements
• Authorize creation of Skyline Trail Connection project from Sprague High School to Joplin Ct S

The City Council re-elected Councilor Hoy as President and postponed Planning Commission appointments for two meetings. The Council approved several intergovernmental agreements for road improvements and adopted an annexation order for Blossom Drive NE.

• Re-elected Councilor Hoy as Council President (8-0)
• Postponed Planning Commission appointments for two meetings
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County for Center Street NE improvements
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County for Hayesville Drive NE improvements
• Authorized creation of Skyline Trail Connection project in FY 2021-22 Extra Capacity Parks Fund
• Adopted Order No. 2022-1 ANX annexing territory at 3476/3480 Blossom Drive NE
• Approved draft December 13, 2021 City Council Minutes
• Extended meeting to 10:30 p.m. to continue public hearing on subdivision approval