Salem public meetings in 2024
65 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Urban Renewal Agency
The Salem Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes from November and reappoint members to the Downtown Advisory Board. The meeting will also include administrative purchase approvals and public comment.
- Approval of November 25, 2024 Urban Renewal Agency minutes
- Reappointments to the Downtown Advisory Board
- Administrative purchases approved October 1–31, 2024
The Urban Renewal Agency approved the minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting and reappointed three members to the Downtown Advisory Board. The meeting was adjourned at 6:11 p.m.
- Approved minutes for November 25, 2024 meeting (8-0)
- Reappointed Laurie Miller to Downtown Advisory Board (first term, expires 12/31/2027)
- Reappointed Allan Pollock to Downtown Advisory Board (second term, expires 12/31/2027)
- Reappointed Kirk Sund to Downtown Advisory Board (second term, expires 12/31/2027)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will meet to review minutes from November 25, 2024. The body will also receive a Program Management Report providing a 2024 year-end recap of activity and program updates.
- Approval of November 25, 2024 draft minutes
- December 2024 Program Management Report (Year End Recap 2024)
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the draft minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting. No other substantive actions, resolutions, or public hearings took place during the session.
- Approved November 25, 2024 draft minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing eminent domain to acquire right-of-way for the 2022 Safety and Livability Bond Bridges Rehabilitation project at 1690 Winona Court NE. Council will also hold a public hearing on renewing the Tourism Promotion Area (a 2% fee on overnight stays) for five years, and vote on modifications to land-use conditions at 650 15th Street SE that would allow heavy vehicle storage. Several reappointments of municipal judges and appointments to boards are on the consent calendar, along with information reports on the Climate Action Plan and floodplain management.
- Initiation of eminent domain for bridge project at 1690 Winona Court NE (Ward 1)
- Public hearing to renew Tourism Promotion Area (2% fee on overnight stays) for five years
- Modification of land-use conditions at 650 15th Street SE to allow heavy vehicle trailer storage and remove paving requirement
- Reappointment of Sara Williams, Lynda Olson, and appointment of Russell Barnett III as municipal judge pro tempore
- 2024 Climate Action Plan Annual Report presented as information
The City Council approved the five-year renewal of the Tourism Promotion Area and authorized eminent domain proceedings for a bridge rehabilitation project. The council also updated the Utility Fund Financial Policy and filled several municipal judge and advisory board vacancies.
- Renewed Tourism Promotion Area for five years (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-48 authorizing eminent domain for 1690 Winona Court NE (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-49 updating Utility Fund Financial Policy C-14 (8-0)
- Reappointed Sara Williams and Lynda Olson as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore (8-0)
- Appointed Russell Barnett III as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore (8-0)
- Appointed members to Downtown, Library, Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Traffic boards (8-0)
- Adopted Final Order 2024-5 modifying zone change conditions for 650 15th Street SE (8-0)
- Approved December 2, 2024 draft minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will review recommendations to improve the efficiency of city governance groups. The body is also deciding on two legal claim settlements and a conditional water service connection for a property outside city limits.
- Settlement of Adam Bello’s workers’ compensation claim for $65,000.00
- Settlement of Marina Baldwin lawsuit not to exceed $75,000.00
- Conditional water service connection for 3790 Silverton Road NE
- Adoption of Governance Assessment Implementation recommendations
- Information report on 2022 Safety and Livability Bond measure progress
The City Council adopted most recommendations from the Governance Assessment Implementation Update, though the Urban Renewal section was tabled. Council also authorized two claim settlements and a water service connection for property outside city limits.
- Approved November 25, 2024 draft minutes (8-0)
- Authorized $65,000.00 Adam Bello workers' compensation claim settlement (8-0)
- Authorized Marina Baldwin lawsuit settlement not to exceed $75,000.00 (8-0)
- Approved water service connection for 3790 Silverton Road NE pending annexation (8-0)
- Adopted Governance Assessment recommendations excluding Urban Renewal section (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes from October 28, 2024. The board will also receive a preliminary financial report for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2025, covering activity through September 30, 2024.
- Approval of October 28, 2024 draft minutes
- FY 2025 Preliminary Quarter 1 Financial Report
The Urban Renewal Agency approved the draft minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting. The agency also received and filed the Fiscal Year 2025 Preliminary Quarter 1 Financial Report.
- Approved October 28, 2024 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will meet to approve minutes from October 28, 2024. The body will also receive a monthly program management report providing updates on activity and business information.
- Approval of October 28, 2024 draft minutes
- November 2024 Program Management Report
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the minutes from the October 28, 2024 meeting. No substantive actions or resolutions were taken during this session.
- Approved October 28, 2024 draft minutes (8-0)
- Received and filed November 2024 Program Management Report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Salem City Council will consider modifying a conditional use permit for a motor vehicle service at 3393 Silverton Road NE. The council is also set to receive updates on commercial air service, FEMA floodplain regulations, and a proposed solid waste transfer station in Polk County.
- Modify conditional use permit at 3393 Silverton Road NE
- Update on commercial air service
- FEMA floodplain compliance strategy
- Presentation on Polk County solid waste transfer station
- Authorize staff to prepare a library levy scenario
The City Council approved a motion to direct staff to prepare a five-year operating levy scenario for the Salem Public Library, Parks, and Center 50+ to be considered at a January work session. The council also adopted a final order modifying a conditional use permit for a property on Silverton Road NE and directed staff to notify FEMA of the city's intent to proceed with a permit-by-permit approach for the National Flood Insurance Program.
- Authorized staff to prepare library levy scenario (8-1)
- Adopted final order modifying Silverton Road NE conditional use permit (9-0)
- Directed staff to notify FEMA of NFIP permit-by-permit approach (9-0)
- Approved consent calendar items including minutes (9-0)
- Approved addition to agenda clarifying report text (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council holds a work session to receive an informational report on the Community Violence Reduction Initiative, covering current efforts and future scope from both community and law enforcement perspectives. No votes or decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion-only agenda.
- Informational report on Community Violence Reduction Initiative with two-pronged community and law enforcement approach
- Attachments include key findings, listening session evaluation, implementation checklist, and violent crime work group actions
The City Council held a work session on the Community Violence Reduction Initiative, hearing presentations from Police Chief Trevor Womack and consultant Ben McBride. No policy decisions were made; the informational report was received and filed. Only procedural votes occurred during the meeting.
- Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)
- Approved revisions to special meeting agenda (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing on proposed 4.5% increases for water, wastewater, and stormwater rates effective January 1, 2025 and 2026. They will also consider extending the Emergency Utility Assistance Program with up to $400,000 annually, and a third amendment to allow earlier closing on the former Salem General Hospital site sale for affordable housing. Additional items include a facility space intergovernmental agreement with Keizer and a public hearing on a conditional use permit for an automotive repair shop at 3393 Silverton Road NE.
- Public hearing on Resolution 2024-46 setting 4.5% utility rate increases for water, wastewater, and stormwater for 2025 and 2026
- Resolution 2024-47 to extend Emergency Utility Assistance Program through 2026 with up to $400,000 annually
- Third amendment to purchase and sale agreement for former Salem General Hospital site allowing earlier closing to preserve state funding for affordable housing
- Facility Space Intergovernmental Agreement between Salem and Keizer for exclusive use of radio and telecommunications equipment site
- Council review of Hearing Officer's decision on Conditional Use Permit CU24-05 for Adan's Automotive at 3393 Silverton Road NE, with modified hours condition
The City Council approved new utility rates for water, wastewater, and stormwater effective January 1, 2025, and 2026, and authorized up to $400,000 annually for emergency assistance. The Council also voted to publicly censure two members for failing to recuse themselves during a land use hearing.
- Approved utility rate increases (Resolution 2024-46)
- Authorized $400k for Emergency Utility Assistance Program
- Adopted Solid Waste Management Policy C-25 (Resolution 2024-45)
- Extended Emergency Utility Assistance Program (Resolution 2024-47)
- Approved third amendment to Salem General Hospital sale agreement
- Authorized City Manager salary increase of 7.27%
- Publicly censured Councilors Julie Hoy and Deanna Gwyn
- Approved conditional use permit for motor vehicle service at 3393 Silverton Road NE
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Salem Housing Authority will vote on a three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME covering July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027, which was ratified by employees on October 23, 2024. The agenda also includes approval of draft minutes from October 14, 2024, and a project management report for information only.
- Approve three-year collective bargaining agreement between SHA and AFSCME (July 2024 - June 2027)
- Approve draft minutes from October 14, 2024
- Receive project management report (monthly update with client success stories and program updates)
The Housing Authority unanimously approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME covering July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027. The consent calendar was approved 8-0, which also included approval of the October 14 draft minutes. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME (8-0)
- Approved October 14, 2024 draft minutes (consent calendar)
- Approved consent calendar (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Salem Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve minutes from September 2023 and 2024 and consider action items. The meeting will be held in-person at Council Chambers and streamed online.
- Approval of September 2023 and 2024 URA minutes
- Consideration of action items
- Public comment period available
The Urban Renewal Agency approved the draft minutes from the September 9, 2024 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken during the October 28, 2024 session.
- Approved September 9, 2024 draft URA minutes
- Consent calendar carried
City Council
The City Council will review several labor contracts and compensation adjustments for city employees. The body is also deciding on the removal of a brick welcome sign and a residential subdivision modification. Additionally, the City Manager may be authorized to apply for a federal grant for energy efficiency and resilience.
- Application for $20 million EPA grant for resilience hubs ($12M) and low-income housing energy efficiency ($8M)
- Three-year collective bargaining agreements for Salem Police Employees’ Union - Sergeants and AFSCME
- Removal of circular brick structure at River Road N, Stark Street N, and Broadway Street NE
- Modification of PUD-SUB-PAR-UGA-ADJ24-01 for 700 to 800 blocks of Creekside Drive SE to remove a sidewalk requirement
- Resolution 2024-43 to re-designate the City of Salem Electronic Commerce Zone
The City Council approved three-year collective bargaining agreements for police and AFSCME unions, amended the definition of transient lodging to exclude short-term rentals from a tourism fee, and authorized a grant application for environmental justice funding.
- Approved police union contract (9-0)
- Approved AFSCME union contract (9-0)
- Approved compensation adjustments (9-0)
- Amended transient lodging definition (9-0)
- Authorized EPA grant application (9-0)
- Authorized removal of brick entranceway structure (9-0)
- Reappointed citizen budget committee member (9-0)
- Approved tree variance decisions (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The Salem City Council will discuss a work plan to understand community priorities for City services and preferences for future funding. The meeting includes an update on a poll of likely voters and a Levy Survey. The session is an information-only work session.
- Discussion on priorities for City services and future funding
- Work plan to understand community priorities
- Update on poll of likely voters
- Review of Levy Survey results
- Public comments on agenda items
The City Council held a work session to review a voter survey on community priorities and a work plan for future funding. The survey results were presented by a research firm, and the report was received and filed without a formal vote.
- Approved special meeting agenda (8-0)
- Received and filed voter survey report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is reviewing a resolution to enter a limited partnership for the development of Gussie Belle Commons. This project aims to provide low-income housing at 2561 Center Street.
- Resolution 2314: Authorize partnership to develop Gussie Belle Commons at 2561 Center Street
- Proposed 120-unit apartment complex (119 affordable units for households at or below 60% AMI and one manager's unit)
- Partnership includes PRAY-GLA GP LLC, CREA Salem Apartments, LLC, CREA SLP, LLC, and Evergreen Community Partners
- Projected service date for buildings: first half of 2026
- Proposed property tax exemption via the Housing Authority's role as a special limited partner
The Housing Authority approved Resolution No. 2314 to serve as a special limited partner in NE Salem Apartments Limited Partnership, authorizing the executive director to enter into a partnership agreement with PRAY-GLA GP LLC. The consent calendar, including approval of prior meeting minutes, was also adopted on a 9-0 vote. No public comment or other business was conducted.
- Approved Resolution No. 2314 to permit Salem Housing Authority as special limited partner in NE Salem Apartments Limited Partnership (9-0)
- Authorized executive director to enter into limited partnership agreement with PRAY-GLA GP LLC and other partners
- Approved consent calendar including September 23, 2024 draft minutes (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Salem City Council will vote on a supplemental budget that adds grant-funded spending and creates a new budget category, and also considers a special order to add 60 full-time equivalent positions for Emergency Medical Services. Other items include a public hearing on an appeal of a Planning Commission decision regarding a sidewalk condition on a proposed 11-lot subdivision on Creekside Drive SE, and ratification of the Mayor's comments supporting Marion County's Three Basin Rule petition for a wastewater system. Several consent calendar items involve the sale of surplus city property, an ADA curb ramps agreement with ODOT, and a contract with a city employee-associated business.
- Sale of surplus city property at Moyer Lane NW and Bartell Drive NW to Jorge Brambila Sr. and Jr.
- Intergovernmental agreement with ODOT for ADA curb ramps project along state highways
- Contract with Phronesis Network, owned by city employee's spouse, for watershed management public participation
- Addition of 60 FTE positions for Emergency Medical Services and 1 FTE for General Fund
- Public hearing on appeal of Planning Commission decision requiring sidewalk on Creekside Drive SE subdivision
The Council adopted Resolution 2024-42 authorizing a $6,102,950 budget transfer and adding 60 full-time equivalent positions for Emergency Medical Services plus one General Fund FTE. It also affirmed the Planning Commission's approval of an 11-lot subdivision at Creekside Dr SE (6-2) after removing a condition, and adopted a supplemental budget and several consent calendar items including a surplus property sale and ADA curb ramps agreement.
- Approved addition of 60 FTE for EMS and 1 FTE for General Fund, with $6,102,950 budget transfer (8-0)
- Affirmed Planning Commission's approval of 11-lot PUD/subdivision at 700-800 block Creekside Dr SE, removing Condition No. 14 (6-2)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-44 for Fiscal Year Supplemental Budget 1 (8-0)
- Adopted Substantial Amendment #1 to 2024 Annual Action Plan and 2023 CAPER for CDBG funds (8-0)
- Authorized sale of surplus city property at Moyer Ln NW and Bartell Dr NW (consent calendar)
- Authorized intergovernmental agreement with ODOT for ADA Curb Ramps Project (consent calendar)
- Authorized contract with Phronesis Network, a city employee-associated business (consent calendar)
- Approved .25 FTE addition and conversion of two limited-duration IT positions to career positions (consent calendar)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will vote to adopt its fiscal year 2024-25 operating budgets and HUD certification. The meeting will also include approval of minutes and a program management report.
- Adoption of FY 2024-25 Housing Authority operating budgets and HUD certification
- Approval of August 26, 2024 draft minutes
- Program Management report
- Hybrid meeting at 555 Liberty St SE
- Public comment deadline at 5:00 p.m.
The Housing Authority approved Resolution No. 2315, adopting the consolidated operating budgets for fiscal year 2024-25 and authorizing the Chair to execute the HUD Public Housing Budget Certification. The vote was 8-0. The consent calendar, which included approval of the August 26 draft minutes, was also passed unanimously.
- Adopted FY 2024-25 consolidated operating budgets via Resolution 2315 (8-0)
- Authorized Commission Chair to execute HUD Public Housing Budget Certification
- Approved August 26, 2024 draft minutes (consent calendar, 8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Salem City Council will consider several items including a final vote on an ordinance to update the Unified Development Code to promote housing, and a first reading of an annexation at 2355 Davis Road S. Consent items include an intergovernmental agreement for Mildred Lane SE, a grant application for Emerald Ash Borer response, appointments to citizen committees, and a second amendment to the sale agreement for the former Salem General Hospital site adjusting parcel prices. The council will also approve legislative priorities for the 2025 Oregon session and respond to a League of Oregon Cities survey.
- Second reading of Ordinance Bill 8-24 updating Unified Development Code to promote housing development
- First reading of annexation of 4.1 acres at 2355 Davis Road S (ANXC-758)
- Grant application for up to $750,000 from Oregon Dept. of Forestry for Emerald Ash Borer response
- Amendment to sale agreement for former Salem General Hospital site: Phase 1 price reduced from $3M to $2.7M, Phase 2 increased from $633K to $933K
- Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County for maintenance of Mildred Lane SE outside city limits
The City Council unanimously passed several ordinances, including Engrossed Ordinance Bill No. 8-24 updating the Unified Development Code to promote housing development. Other adopted ordinances amended utility and stormwater codes, vacated a portion of 1st Street NW right-of-way, and updated erosion prevention rules. The Council also approved a consent calendar authorizing an intergovernmental agreement for Mildred Lane SE, a grant application for Emerald Ash Borer response, and appointments to citizen committees. Annexation of a 4.1-acre territory on Davis Road S was advanced to second reading.
- Passed Engrossed Ordinance Bill 8-24 updating UDC to promote housing development (9-0)
- Advanced annexation of 2355 Davis Road S to second reading (9-0)
- Passed Ordinance Bill 9-24 amending utilities and stormwater chapters (9-0)
- Passed Ordinance Bill 10-24 vacating a portion of 1st Street NW right-of-way (9-0)
- Passed Ordinance Bill 11-24 amending erosion prevention code (9-0)
- Approved consent items including Mildred Lane SE IGA, Emerald Ash Borer grant, and committee appointments (9-0)
- Approved policy statements for 2025 Oregon Legislative Session (9-0)
- Swore in Fire Chief David Gerboth
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Salem City Council will interview and appoint three applicants to the Planning Commission for terms expiring December 31, 2028. The meeting will be held in-person at City Hall and streamed online.
- Planning Commission appointments for terms ending December 31, 2028
- Approval of the special meeting agenda
- Hybrid meeting format with remote attendance options
The Salem City Council interviewed candidates and voted to appoint Benjamin Fryback, Joaquin Lara Midkiff, and Marissa Theve to the Planning Commission. Fryback's term expires December 31, 2027; Midkiff's term expires December 31, 2025; Theve's term expires December 31, 2024. All three appointments passed with majority support, with one nay vote for Fryback and Midkiff from Councilor Hoy.
- Appointed Benjamin Fryback to Planning Commission (7-1, with Gwyn absent)
- Appointed Joaquin Lara Midkiff to Planning Commission (7-1, with Gwyn absent)
- Appointed Marissa Theve to Planning Commission (8-0, with Gwyn absent)
- Approved term ending Dec 31, 2024 for Marissa Theve (8-0)
- Approved term ending Dec 31, 2025 for Joaquin Lara Midkiff (8-0)
- Approved term ending Dec 31, 2027 for Benjamin Fryback (8-0)
- Approved special meeting agenda (8-0, with Gwyn absent)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will hold a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve minutes from August 12, 2024. The only substantive item is an information-only presentation of the preliminary Q4 FY2024 financial report, as requested by the City Council for ongoing budget oversight. No action items or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of August 12, 2024 draft meeting minutes
- Preliminary Urban Renewal Agency Quarter 4 Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Report (information only)
The Urban Renewal Agency approved the draft minutes from the August 12, 2024, meeting. The board also received a preliminary financial report for Quarter 4 of Fiscal Year 2024.
- Approved August 12, 2024 draft minutes (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
This meeting includes a public hearing on a proposed code amendment to update the Unified Development Code to promote housing development and comply with state laws. Council will also hold a public hearing on the annexation of a 4.1-acre territory at 2355 Davis Road S. Consent and action items include several airport-related leases and grant applications, a $142,637.73 claim settlement for flood damage, and a $10,000 budget transfer for community engagement. First readings are scheduled for a right-of-way vacation on 1st Street NW and an erosion control permit exemption update.
- Public hearing on Ordinance Bill 8-24 (housing code amendment)
- Public hearing on annexation of 4.1 acres at 2355 Davis Road S
- Third amendment to ground lease with WattEV Salem Inc. at airport (extends due diligence to Oct 31)
- Authorization to apply for federal culvert removal grant for Railroad and McGilchrist Street SE culverts on West Fork Pringle Creek
- Claim settlement authorization for $142,637.73 for flood damage to home
The City Council approved several actions including airport ground leases and a $10,000 budget transfer for community engagement. They also moved forward with a housing code amendment and the annexation of 4.1 acres at 2355 Davis Road S.
- Approved August 2024 draft meeting minutes
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-40 updating City's Civil Rights Act Title VI Plan
- Adopted Resolution No. 2024-41 transferring $10,000 for community engagement
- Authorized third lease amendment with WattEV Salem, Inc. at Salem-Willamette Valley Airport
- Authorized application for two COAR grants for Salem-Willamette Valley Airport
- Authorized ground lease with Lulay’s Aviation, LLC at Salem-Willamette Valley Airport
- Authorized U.S. DOT funding application for Pringle Creek culvert projects
- Authorized claim settlement not to exceed $142,637.73
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is deciding on a partnership to develop a new multi-family building for low and moderate-income households. The body is also reviewing updates to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan.
- Resolution 2312: Memorandum of Understanding with Northwest Human Services for the Evergreen Apartments project
- Resolution 2313: Revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan effective October 1, 2024
- August Project Management report
The Housing Authority approved a consent calendar including a memorandum of understanding with Northwest Human Services to develop, own, and manage the Evergreen Apartments project, and adopted a revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan effective October 1, 2024. The August 12, 2024 minutes were also approved. All items passed 9-0.
- Approved consent calendar including all items (9-0)
- Approved August 12, 2024 draft minutes
- Adopted Resolution No. 2312 authorizing MOU with Northwest Human Services for Evergreen Apartments
- Adopted Resolution No. 2313 approving revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan effective October 1, 2024
- Received and filed project management report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance Bill No. 9-24 to update stormwater and utility codes for compliance with a state permit. The body will also consider a work plan to identify community priorities for city services and a grant application for hydroelectric energy.
- Public hearing on Ordinance Bill No. 9-24 to amend Salem Revised Code Chapter 70 (Utilities) and Chapter 71 (Stormwater)
- Proposed grant application to Energy Trust of Oregon for up to $200,000 for in-pipe hydroelectric turbine planning
- Proposed work plan and budget to engage the community on priorities for City services
- Approved partition plan for 6062 Sunnyside Rd SE
- Approved 18-unit residential multi-family building at 102 Pine St NE
The City Council authorized a work plan to understand community priorities for city services. They also advanced an ordinance to amend the Salem Revised Code regarding utilities and stormwater to a second reading.
- Approved August 12, 2024 draft council minutes (9-0)
- Authorized City Manager to apply for Energy Trust of Oregon funding (9-0)
- Advanced utility and stormwater ordinance to second reading (9-0)
- Authorized work plan for community service priorities (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Salem City Council will continue a work session to discuss recommendations from the 2024 Revenue Task Force and next steps for sustainable city services. The meeting will be held in-person and remotely at City Hall.
- Continuation of discussion on 2024 Revenue Task Force recommendations
- Consideration of next steps for sustainable city services
- Approval of additions and deletions to the agenda
The Salem City Council held a work session to continue discussion of the 2024 Revenue Task Force recommendations. No votes or decisions were taken on the recommendations; the information report was received and filed. The only formal action was approval of the special meeting agenda.
- Approved special meeting agenda (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will consider adopting a resolution to accept a $395,185 subgrant from PacificSource Community Solutions. The funds are intended to support a Health-Related Social Needs program focused on preventing eviction and homelessness for tenants.
- Approval of additions and deletions to the agenda
- Approval of draft minutes from July 22, 2024
- Resolution to accept $395,185 for Health-Related Social Needs program
- Public comment period
- Public hearings
The Housing Authority approved the consent calendar, including adoption of Resolution No. 2311 to accept Community Capacity Building Funds from PacificSource Community Solutions. The funds support a Health-Related Social Needs program focused on preventing eviction and homelessness for tenants and rental assistance participants. The meeting lasted only five minutes with no public comment or hearings.
- Adopted Resolution 2311 accepting a CCBF subgrant for eviction/homelessness prevention (6-0)
- Approved July 22, 2024 draft minutes (consent calendar, 6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving a $220,000 grant exception from the Fairview Urban Renewal Area (FURA) program for Metal Innovations, Inc. to install security fencing and a gate at the Salem-Willamette Valley Airport. The agency will also act on appointments to the North Gateway and West Salem advisory boards from the Boards and Commissions Appointment Committee. Additionally, an information report on administrative purchases in June 2024 is provided.
- Consider exception to FURA grant program for $220,000 to Metal Innovations, Inc. for airport fencing and security gate.
- Appoint applicants to North Gateway Urban Renewal Area Advisory Board and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board.
- Receive information report on administrative purchases from June 1-30, 2024.
- Approve draft minutes from July 22, 2024 meeting.
The Urban Renewal Agency approved an exception to the Fairview Urban Renewal Area grant program for airport security fencing and a gate, increasing the grant to $220,000 to support early work for relocating Metal Innovations, Inc. to the Salem-Willamette Valley Airport. The board also appointed members to advisory boards and approved the consent calendar. All votes were unanimous (6-0) among members present.
- Approved agenda additions revising item 3.3b grant amount to $220,000 (6-0)
- Approved consent calendar including July 22, 2024 minutes (6-0)
- Appointed Nate Levin to North Gateway URA Advisory Board partial term ending 2026 (consent)
- Appointed Gregory Scharn to West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board partial term ending June 2026 (consent)
- Approved exceptions to FURA Grant Program for Metal Innovations, Inc. airport fencing and secured gate, grant $220,000 (consent)
- Received and filed informational report on administrative purchases June 2024 (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Salem City Council will decide on a consent calendar that includes multiple airport ground lease amendments and board appointments, hold a public hearing to vacate a portion of 1st Street NW, and consider a special order to transfer $410,380 from General Fund contingency to add four full-time positions for the city's Enterprise Resource Planning software implementation. A preliminary fourth-quarter financial report for FY 2024 is also presented for information.
- Transfer of $410,380 and addition of 4 full-time positions for ERP software implementation
- Public hearing to vacate the northern 13 feet of right-of-way for 1st Street NW
- Second amendment to ground lease with WattEV Salem Inc. for property at Salem–Willamette Valley Airport
- Ground lease amendment and sublease addendum with Aviation Properties Northwest (dba Metal Innovations, Inc.) at the airport
- Appointments to the Community Police Review Board and Salem Public Library Advisory Board
The Council approved a $410,380 budget transfer and several ground lease actions at the Salem-Willamette Valley Airport. Additionally, members approved a right-of-way vacation for 1st Street NW and made multiple board appointments.
- Approved July 22, 2024 City Council Minutes
- Authorized second lease amendment with WattEV Salem Inc. at Salem-Willamette Valley Airport
- Authorized ground lease amendment and sublease addendum with Aviation Properties Northwest, LLC
- Authorized ground lease with Hangar II LLC at Salem-Willamette Valley Airport
- Appointed Celine Coleman to the Community Police Review Board
- Appointed Clyde Saiki to the Salem Public Library Advisory Board
- Appointed Cara Filsinger to the Salem Public Library Advisory Board
- Approved vacation of northern 13 feet of right-of-way for 1st Street NW (6-0)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem meets to approve the July 8, 2024 draft minutes and receive a monthly Project Management report covering housing authority activity, client success stories, and program updates. No public hearings or major action items are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.
- Consent calendar approval of July 8, 2024 draft minutes
- Project Management report with client success stories and program updates
The Salem Housing Authority held a brief meeting on July 22, 2024, approving the consent calendar, which included only the minutes from the July 8 meeting. No other action items, resolutions, or public hearings were considered. The meeting adjourned after 14 minutes with no substantive decisions made.
- Approved consent calendar (6-0), including July 8, 2024, minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Salem Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving exceptions to grant restrictions for two properties to fund perimeter security fences and access gates. The agency will also receive an informational update on the redevelopment of 295 Commercial Street SE.
- Approve $90,000 grant exception for MWVCAA to install security fence at ARCHES property
- Approve $78,000 grant exception for Laurie Ann Rogers LLC to install security fence at Coldwell Banker Building
- Information report on 295 Commercial Street SE site redevelopment
- Information report on grant program for historic architectural features
- Approval of July 8, 2024 Urban Renewal Agency minutes
The Urban Renewal Agency approved two grant exceptions allowing up to $168,000 for perimeter security fences and access gates at the ARCHES property and the Coldwell Banker Building. The meeting also approved the minutes from the previous session.
- Approved July 8, 2024 draft minutes (7-0)
- Approved $90,000 grant to MWVCAA for ARCHES security (7-0)
- Approved $78,000 grant to Laurie Ann Rogers LLC for Coldwell Banker security (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes a $39,990 appropriation for a Community Services Department fee study and an application for Safe Routes to School grants for two pedestrian projects near middle schools. Presentations will cover the community belonging survey results and a Salem Police Department mid-year update on body-worn cameras, violence reduction, and use-of-force reports. The agenda also includes informational land-use decisions.
- Transfer of $39,990 from General Fund Contingency for a Community Services Department fee study
- Apply for Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Program funding for a pedestrian crossing at Market St NE/15th St NE (Parrish Middle School) and school zone safety improvements on Pringle Rd SE (Leslie Middle School)
- Community Belonging Survey results presented by the Human Rights Commission
- Salem Police Department mid-year update: Body-worn Camera Program, Community Violence Reduction Initiative, and 2023 Use of Force/Vehicular Pursuits annual reports
- Land-use decisions: St. Timothy's Church addition (3295 Ladd Ave NE), adult day care (870 Alvina St SE), two subdivisions (1800 Park Ave NE and 4900 block 27th Ave SE)
The Salem City Council approved a motion to authorize the City Manager to apply for state funding to design and construct pedestrian safety improvements at two schools. The council also approved routine agenda items, including the approval of previous meeting minutes and a budget transfer.
- Approved July 8 and 15, 2024 City Council minutes (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2024-38 transferring $39,990 for a Community Services Department fee study (7-0)
- Approved Safe Routes to School funding applications for Market Street NE and Pringle Road SE (6-0, 1 abstain)
- Approved Planning Administrator decisions for St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church addition (6-0)
- Approved Planning Administrator decisions for adult day care center and property partition (6-0)
- Approved Planning Administrator decisions for six-lot and 16-lot subdivisions (6-0)
- Pulled Safe Routes to School funding item from consent calendar for separate vote (7-0)
- Declared conflict of interest for Councilor Nordyke regarding Safe Routes to School item (1 abstain)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hear recommendations from the 2024 Revenue Task Force on revenue options to sustain General Fund services. The Task Force held seven meetings, gathered input from focus groups, town halls, and a poll. This is an information-only work session; no vote is scheduled.
- Presentation of 2024 Revenue Task Force recommendations for revenue options to sustain City services funded by the General Fund
- Task Force consisted of 25 members and two alternates, approved by Council on January 22, 2024
- Input gathered from eight focus groups, three town halls, and a statistically valid poll
The City Council received a presentation on the 2024 Revenue Task Force recommendations for revenue options to sustain city services. No votes or decisions were made on the recommendations; a follow-up work session was scheduled for August 19, 2024. The only formal action was approval of the special meeting agenda (8-0).
- Approved special meeting agenda (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Resolution No. 2299, which approves the Salem Housing Authority's 2024-28 5-Year Public Housing Agency Plan, 2024-25 Annual Plan, Annual Capital Fund Plan, and Moving to Work Supplement. These plans are required by federal law and outline the agency's activities and capital fund use for the coming years.
- Public hearing and proposed adoption of Resolution No. 2299 for the 5-Year PHA Plan, Annual PHA Plan, Capital Fund Plan, and Moving to Work Supplement
- Approval of draft minutes from June 24, 2024 meeting
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved its 2024-28 5-Year Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan and several accompanying operational plans. The board also approved the minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting.
- Adopted Resolution No. 2299 approving the 5-Year PHA Plan, Annual PHA Plan, Capital Fund Plan, and Moving to Work Supplement (8-0)
- Approved June 24, 2024 draft minutes (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will consider authorizing a $524,590 marketing addendum for the Salem Convention Center using Transient Occupancy Tax revenues. The agenda also includes a motion from Chair Chris Hoy to modify grant exception criteria for urban renewal areas. Consent items include approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Salem Convention Center marketing addendum for FY25: $524,590 in TOT funds
- Motion to amend grant exception criteria requiring disclosure of entities on URA-funded projects
- Approval of June 24, 2024 draft minutes
The Urban Renewal Agency unanimously approved a motion to modify grant exception criteria to require disclosure of all contractors and subcontractors on URA-funded projects. The board also approved a consent calendar including the authorization of $524,590 in transient occupancy tax revenue for Salem Convention Center marketing in FY2025. The meeting lasted 7 minutes with no public comment or hearings.
- Approved agenda addition correcting ward number on item 3.3a (9-0)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and marketing addendum (9-0)
- Authorized $524,590 for Salem Convention Center marketing FY2025 (9-0)
- Modified URA grant exception criteria to require contractor transparency documentation (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Salem City Council will vote on amending agreements for the former Salem General Hospital site, allocating $3 million for affordable housing, and updating financial policies. The body will also elect a new Council President.
- Amend hospital site purchase and sale agreements with $400,000 price reduction
- Allocate $3 million from Safety and Livability Bond for affordable housing
- Update Council financial policies for utility, transportation, and communications funds
- Elect a new Council President following resignation
- First reading of amendments to Salem Revised Code Chapters 70 and 71
The City Council elected Councilor Nishioka as the new Council President, replacing Councilor Stapleton. The Council approved allocating $3 million from the Safety and Livability Bond to fund off-site improvements for affordable housing at Joseph Street SE and Aumsville Highway. The Council also approved amendments to purchase agreements for the former Salem General Hospital site and authorized the City Manager to execute a water supply agreement.
- Elected Councilor Nishioka as Council President (9-0)
- Approved $3M bond funds for affordable housing off-site improvements (7-2)
- Approved amendments to Salem Health and Green Light purchase agreements (9-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute water supply agreement with Orchard Heights (9-0)
- Adopted Council policies C-19 through C-24 and updated C-9 and C-14 (7-2)
- Approved June 17 and June 24, 2024 draft meeting minutes (9-0)
- Approved additions and deletions to the meeting agenda (9-0)
- Approved consent calendar with pulls of items 3.2a and 3.3c (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Salem Housing Authority will consider a resolution to apply for a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development demolition/disposition program to remove 28 units from the public housing program. The meeting will also include the approval of agenda additions and deletions, public comment, and informational reports.
- Approval of additions and deletions to the agenda
- Resolution 2309: Apply to HUD for Section 18 Demolition/Disposition of 28 units
- Draft minutes for May 28, 2024
- Project Management report
- Public comment period
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem adopted Resolution No. 2309 to apply for a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development demolition/disposition program. The action authorizes the removal of 28 public housing units. The meeting was otherwise procedural.
- Approved consent calendar (7-0)
- Approved May 28, 2024 draft minutes
- Adopted Resolution No. 2309 to apply for HUD demolition/disposition program
- Authorized removal of 28 public housing units via Section 18
- Received and filed Project Management report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Salem Urban Renewal Agency will vote on adopting the FY 2025 budget, which is required by law before July 1. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and a report on administrative purchases.
- Adoption of Resolution No. 24-10 URA for FY 2025 budget
- Approval of June 10, 2024 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes
- Report on purchases approved administratively for May 2024
The Urban Renewal Agency unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included adoption of the FY2025 Urban Renewal Agency budget (Resolution No. 24-10 URA) and approval of June 10, 2024 draft minutes. An informational report on administrative purchases from May 2024 was received and filed. No public comment or hearings were held.
- Approved consent calendar (7-0, 2 absent)
- Approved June 10, 2024 draft minutes (consent)
- Adopted FY2025 Urban Renewal Agency budget via Resolution No. 24-10 URA (consent)
- Received and filed informational report on administrative purchases May 1-31, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is deciding on the FY 2025 city budget and the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2025 through FY 2029. The body will also consider a supplemental budget for the Emergency Services Fund and a new agreement with Willamette University for stadium and park use.
- Adoption of the FY 2025 City of Salem budget
- Internal loan not to exceed $2,108,690 from the Utility Fund to the General Fund for Parks staff office space
- FY2025 Downtown Parking budget of $1,366,060 with a 2% tax rate increase
- Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2025 through FY 2029
- Agreement with Willamette University for use of Spec Keene Stadium, McCulloch Stadium, and Bush’s Pasture Park
The City Council voted 8-0 to adopt the FY 2025 city budget after requiring quarterly budget reports to council and budget committee members. The council also approved an amended agreement with Willamette University for use of stadiums and Bush's Pasture Park, adding an annual review of impacts and a ban on fireworks. Additionally, the council directed the Bond Oversight Steering Committee to consider recommending $500,000 in affordable housing bond funds for the United Way's Cottages United project. Other actions included adopting the FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and approving a supplemental budget for the Emergency Services Fund.
- Adopted FY 2025 city budget (Resolution 2024-31) (8-0)
- Adopted Supplemental Budget 3 for Emergency Services Fund (Resolution 2024-33) (8-0)
- Amended stadium agreement with Willamette University with annual review and fireworks ban (8-0)
- Directed Bond Oversight Committee to consider $500K for United Way Cottages United affordable housing (8-0)
- Adopted FY 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (consent, 8-0)
- Approved internal borrowing from Utility Fund to General Fund (Resolution 2024-17) (consent, 8-0)
- Approved FY2025 Downtown Parking District budget and parking tax rate (Resolution 2024-28) (consent, 8-0)
- Approved renewal of Intergovernmental Agreement with West Valley Housing Authority (consent, 8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Salem City Council is holding a work session to discuss the city's first Housing Production Strategy, which aims to outline plans for encouraging housing development. The session includes an update on the project and community engagement efforts.
- Work session on Salem's Housing Production Strategy
- Discussion on strategies to meet housing needs
- Community engagement and data analysis update
The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint work session to receive an update on Salem's Housing Production Strategy. No formal decisions were made on the strategy itself; the only vote taken was approval of the special meeting agenda.
- Approved special meeting agenda (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency is holding public hearings regarding the FY 2025 budget and a supplemental budget for the Salem Convention Center. The board will consider increasing budget authority for the Convention Center to accommodate higher than projected activity.
- Resolution No. 24-09 URA: Fiscal Year 2024 Supplemental Budget 1 for the Salem Convention Center
- Public hearing on the FY 2025 Salem Urban Renewal Agency Budget
- Report of administratively approved purchases from April 1, 2024 through April 30, 2024
The Urban Renewal Agency approved a supplemental budget for unanticipated Convention Center expenses via Resolution 24-09 URA. It also directed staff to return June 24 with a resolution to adopt the FY2025 budget with amendments. Both actions passed 7-0.
- Approved consent calendar including May 28 draft minutes (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 24-09 URA for Supplemental Budget 1 for Convention Center operations (7-0)
- Directed staff to return June 24 with resolution to adopt FY2025 URA budget with amendments (7-0)
- Received informational report on purchases approved administratively April 2024
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing on the FY 2025 City of Salem Budget as recommended by the Budget Committee. Council also considers a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Salem Police Employees' Union, a resolution to rename Salem Municipal Airport to Salem-Willamette Valley Airport, and adoption of the FY 2025 Fee Schedule. Additionally, a $110,000 workers' compensation claim settlement and multiple police department grant applications are on the consent calendar.
- Public hearing on FY 2025 City of Salem Budget; Council to direct staff to return with adoption resolution.
- Approve three-year collective bargaining agreement with Salem Police Employees' Union (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2027).
- Adopt Resolution 2024-29 renaming Salem Municipal Airport to Salem-Willamette Valley Airport, retaining McNary Field and identifier SLE.
- Adopt Resolution 2024-26 setting FY 2025 Fee Schedule for various city departments.
- Authorize applications for police grants including DOJ COPS microgrants ($131K–$174K each) and a $1.9M Bureau of Justice Assistance grant for community violence reduction.
The Council approved the consent calendar, including a three-year police union contract, a $110,000 workers' compensation settlement, and a rezoning final order. They adopted a resolution to receive state revenue sharing and approved the FY2025 fee schedule after rejecting a 10% parking fee increase. The Council also directed staff to return with a resolution to adopt the FY2025 budget with amendments, and voted to rename the Salem Municipal Airport to Salem-Willamette Valley Airport.
- Approved consent calendar: police union CBA, $110k claim settlement, police grants, rezoning final order (7-0)
- Approved state revenue sharing resolution (7-0)
- Directed staff to prepare FY2025 budget adoption resolution with amendments (6-1)
- Adopted FY2025 fee schedule after failed 10% parking fee increase amendment (7-0)
- Approved preliminary work plan for Moss Adams governance assessment (7-0)
- Renamed Salem Municipal Airport to Salem-Willamette Valley Airport (7-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will hold a regular meeting with mostly procedural items, including approval of prior minutes and a consent calendar. The main substantive item is an information report from the Property Management team providing a monthly update on Housing Authority activity, client success stories, and program updates.
- Approval of draft minutes from May 13, 2024, meeting
- Information report: monthly Property Management update with program and business information (All Wards, All Neighborhoods)
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the draft minutes from the May 13, 2024 meeting without discussion or dissent. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after a brief informational report.
- Approved May 13, 2024 draft minutes (6-0, 3 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will consider a consent calendar item recommending the appointment of four individuals to the North Gateway Urban Renewal Area Advisory Board and the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board. The Boards and Commissions Appointment Committee reviewed vacancies and proposes Dana Castano, Kevin Loss, Douglas Meltzer, and Zachery Fischer for the positions. No other substantive business or public hearings are scheduled.
- Consent calendar item to approve appointments to the North Gateway Urban Renewal Area Advisory Board and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
- Recommended appointees: Dana Castano, Kevin Loss, Douglas Meltzer, and Zachery Fischer
- Approval of draft minutes from April 22, 2024, Urban Renewal Agency meeting
The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar unanimously, which included the April 22 meeting minutes and the appointment of four individuals to advisory boards: Dana Castano and Kevin Loss to the North Gateway URA Advisory Board, and Douglas Meltzer and Zachery Fischer to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board.
- Approved April 22, 2024 draft minutes (9-0)
- Appointed Dana Castano to North Gateway URA Advisory Board (term through Dec 31, 2026)
- Appointed Kevin Loss to North Gateway URA Advisory Board (term through Dec 31, 2026)
- Appointed Douglas Meltzer to West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board (term through June 30, 2026)
- Appointed Zachery Fischer to West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board (term through June 30, 2026)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Salem City Council will deliberate on one of several proposed resolutions concerning the crisis in Gaza, including alternate versions from councilors. They will also allocate $647,340 in opioid settlement funds for substance use prevention strategies. Public hearings are scheduled for an appeal of a zone change to industrial at 650 15th Street SE and a petition to vacate a sanitary sewer easement near Orchard Heights Road NW. The consent agenda includes property acquisitions for the Silverton Road NE Improvements project and a future park at 1325 49th Avenue SE, as well as a final order for a 405-unit multi-family development at 4650 Hazelgreen Road NE.
- Consideration of multiple draft resolutions related to the crisis in Gaza, including versions from the Human Rights Commission and councilors
- Approval of $647,340 in opioid settlement dollars for five substance use prevention and remediation strategies
- Adoption of Final Order for a 405-unit multi-family residential development at 4650 Hazelgreen Road NE
- Acquisition of property at 1325 49th Avenue SE for a future neighborhood park (no dollar amount specified)
- Public hearing on appeal of Planning Commission decision to rezone 650 15th Street SE to General Industrial
The City Council approved a $647,340 allocation for opioid settlement strategies and affirmed a zoning change for an industrial property. The council also approved the vacation of a sewer easement and authorized several property and lease agreements.
- Approved $647,340 opioid settlement allocation (9-0)
- Affirmed zoning change to IG for 650 15th Street SE (5-4)
- Approved vacation of sanitary sewer easement near Orchard Heights Road NW (9-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute purchase agreement for 1325 49th Avenue SE (9-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute ground lease with I&E Construction for East Park (9-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute lease amendment with WattEV Salem (9-0)
- Adopted Final Order to affirm multi-family development at 4650 Hazelgreen Road NE (9-0)
- Approved May 13 and May 20, 2024 meeting minutes (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to receive a status report and preliminary findings on the Salem Governance Assessment. This assessment reviews the effectiveness of the City Charter, Neighborhood Associations, and Council committees, commissions, and boards.
- Status report and preliminary findings on the Salem Governance Assessment
The City Council held a work session to receive an informational report on the Salem Governance Assessment. No substantive policy decisions or legislative actions were taken during the meeting.
- Approved special meeting agenda (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority is considering Resolution No. 2308 to approve the Revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. The revisions allow the authority to apply updated Payment Standards to contract rent increases between biennial recertifications. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes from April 22, 2024.
- Adoption of Resolution No. 2308 approving Revised Section 8 Administrative Plan
- Updated Payment Standards effective May 13, 2024
- Approval of April 22, 2024 draft minutes
The Housing Authority approved the consent calendar and adopted Resolution No. 2308 to update the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan, allowing for payment standard adjustments during biennial recertifications.
- Approved April 22, 2024 draft minutes (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2308 for Section 8 Administrative Plan (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will decide whether to affirm, modify, or reverse the approval of a 405-unit multi-family development at 4650 Hazelgreen Road NE following a neighbor's appeal. The body will also consider funding for ambulance services and pedestrian safety improvements.
- Internal borrowing of up to $6,000,000 from Building & Safety Fund to Emergency Services Fund for city-provided ambulance transport
- Application for federal SS4A grant up to $10 million for pedestrian crossing projects using $2.5 million in bond funds as match
- Resolutions to acquire property via negotiation or eminent domain for Pedestrian Safety Crossings Project at River Road N, State Street, and Lancaster Drive NE
- Public hearing on appeal of 405-unit residential development at 4650 Hazelgreen Road NE
- Tax incentive application for a 10-year property tax exemption for 105-unit apartments at 277 High Street NE
The City Council approved a 10-year property tax exemption for a 105-unit apartment development at 277 High Street NE. The vote was unanimous after an amendment requiring transparency documentation for contractors.
- Approved consent calendar (7-0)
- Adopted resolutions for property acquisition (6-0)
- Authorized $6M internal borrowing (6-0)
- Authorized up to $10M SS4A grant application (6-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute lease amendments (6-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute ODOT agreement (6-0)
- Authorized City Manager to execute airport ground lease (6-0)
- Affirmed Planning Administrator's decision with fence condition (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Urban Renewal Agency
This meeting is largely procedural, consisting of approval of prior minutes and a consent calendar. The only substantive item is an information report listing purchases approved administratively in March 2024, requiring no board action.
- Approval of March 25, 2024 draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes
- Information report on administrative purchases from March 1–31, 2024 (no dollar amounts specified)
The Urban Renewal Agency held a brief meeting on April 22, 2024, with no public comment, hearings, or action items. The only substantive decision was unanimous approval of the consent calendar, which included the March 25, 2024 draft minutes. An informational report on administrative purchases was received and filed. No new business or policy changes occurred.
- Approved consent calendar including March 25, 2024 minutes (8-0)
- Received and filed informational report on administrative purchases March 1–31, 2024
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is considering Resolution No. 2307 to revise the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. The proposed changes implement self-certification for certain medical, disability, and childcare expenses. The body will also receive a monthly project management report regarding program updates and activity.
- Resolution No. 2307: Revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan
- Program Management report
The Housing Authority approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Resolution 2307 for the revised Section 8 Administrative Plan implementing self-certification of medical, disability, and childcare expenses, as approved by HUD. The minutes from March 25, 2024, were also approved. No public hearings or other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved consent calendar (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2307 approving revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan
- Approved March 25, 2024 draft minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council is deciding on a property tax exemption for a new apartment development and authorizing several budget transfers and grant applications. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the 2024 Annual Action Plan for federal housing and community funds.
- Proposed 10-year property tax exemption for Deacon Development, LLC's 105-unit project at 277 High Street NE
- Transfer of $150,000 for repairs to the Library parking structure
- Claim settlement payment not to exceed $195,000 for Cynthia Garza v. City of Salem
- Use of $660,000 in bond premium funding for the 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation and Replacement project
- Application for $100,000 ODOE grant for in-pipe hydroelectric energy planning
The Council approved the annexation of land at 4785 and 4815 Auburn Road NE. They also authorized $660,000 for pavement rehabilitation and adopted the 2024 Annual Action Plan. Several items were pulled from the consent calendar for further discussion.
- Approved agenda revision (8-0)
- Approved April 8 and April 15 draft minutes
- Authorized $150,000 budget transfer for library parking repairs
- Authorized claim settlement not to exceed $195,000
- Authorized $660,000 bond premium for pavement rehabilitation project
- Authorized Community Renewable Energy Grant Program application
- Adopted 2024 Annual Action Plan and 2022 CAPER (7-0, Mayor recused)
- Approved annexation of 4785 and 4815 Auburn Road NE (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council is holding a work session to discuss options for spending opioid settlement funds. The city has $2,096,650 available for eligible uses, which are restricted to prevention, treatment, and recovery strategies.
- Discussion of $2,096,650 available in opioid settlement funds
- Review of $7,500 previously used for Fire Department supplies
- Discussion of Substance Use Prevention and Intervention Coordinator Position
The City Council held a work session to discuss options for allocating opioid settlement funds. No formal decisions were made; the informational report was received and filed. The meeting included only procedural approvals of the agenda.
- Approved special meeting agenda (8-0)
- Approved addition of Polk County opioid overdose data (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider two claim settlements: $175,000 for a workers' compensation claim and up to $325,000 to resolve an employment lawsuit. The agenda also includes proclamations for National Library Workers Day and Dark Skies, a FEMA plaque presentation for flood insurance discounts, and routine consent items. No public hearings or new ordinances are on this meeting.
- Authorize $175,000 settlement for Nathaniel Chrowl workers' comp claim
- Authorize settlement up to $325,000 for Chelsea Hardy v. City of Salem employment lawsuit
- Proclamation declaring National Library Workers Day 2024
- Proclamation for Dark Skies (amended to replace 'deleterious' with 'harmful')
- FEMA presents plaque for Salem's Class 3 Community Rating System, lowering flood insurance premiums
The Salem City Council approved the consent calendar, which included authorization of two claim settlements totaling up to $500,000: $175,000 for a workers' compensation claim and up to $325,000 for a civil litigation settlement. The meeting also featured proclamations for National Library Workers Day and Dark Skies, and a FEMA Community Rating System Class 3 plaque presentation. No public hearings, ordinances, or other substantive policy decisions were made.
- Approved consent calendar (8-0, one absent) including approval of March 25 minutes and two claim settlements
- Authorized $175,000 payment for Nathaniel Chrowl's workers' compensation claim
- Authorized settlement payment not to exceed $325,000 for civil litigation brought by Chelsea Hardy
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of Salem will hold a hybrid meeting to approve draft minutes from February 26, 2024, and receive a monthly project management report. The agenda includes public comment and consent calendar items.
- Approval of draft minutes from February 26, 2024
- Project Management report update
- Hybrid meeting with in-person and remote options
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the minutes from the February 26, 2024 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken during the March 25, 2024 session.
- Approved February 26, 2024 draft minutes (9-0)
- Received and filed Project Management report
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will decide whether to direct staff to begin the process of creating a new North Waterfront Urban Renewal Area, citing blight and redevelopment interest. Additionally, the board will vote on a $600,000 grant exception for rehabilitating a vacant building at 285 Liberty Street NE, known as Liberty Plaza. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and routine consent items.
- Initiate creation of a new North Waterfront Urban Renewal Area between Riverfront-Downtown and North Gateway URAs (Wards 1 & 5)
- Approve $600,000 grant exception (max $300,000 normally) for rehabilitation of 285 Liberty Street NE (Liberty Plaza / rebranded as The Forge)
- Approval of February 26, 2024 draft minutes
The Urban Renewal Agency directed staff to begin creating a new urban renewal area in the north waterfront area. The board also approved a grant exception for a building rehabilitation project on Liberty Street.
- Directed staff to begin the process of initiating a new urban renewal area (URA) in the north waterfront area (9-0)
- Approved a $600,000 grant exception for the rehabilitation of a primarily vacant building at 285 Liberty Street NE (9-0)
- Approved February 26, 2024 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The Salem City Council will consider adopting new financial policies for transportation and streetlight funds, approving a property tax exemption for a low-income housing project, and authorizing the Fire Department to take over ambulance operations.
- Resolution to update financial policies for transportation and streetlight funds
- Resolution approving property tax exemption for Micronesian Islander Community
- Authorization to implement Fire Department ambulance operator model
- Authorization to apply for FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant
- Authorization to amend lease with Church at the Park
The City Council approved a proposal to make the Salem Fire Department the exclusive provider of ambulance services starting July 1, 2025, ending subcontracting with an external contractor. The motion passed unanimously after an amendment requiring an implementation plan and oversight committee by May 13. The Council also approved a property tax exemption for a low-income housing project, authorized airport security upgrades, and passed a water system assessment ordinance for the Sleepy Hollow area. Several financial policies were tabled pending budget adoption.
- Approved ambulance operator model with Fire Department as exclusive provider starting July 1, 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-14 granting initial property tax exemption to Micronesian Islander Community for low-income housing
- Authorized creation of mid-year capital project for Perimeter Intrusion Detection System at Salem Airport
- Authorized lease amendment with Church at the Park for property at 2640 Portland Road NE
- Authorized ground lease with North Valley Hay & Farms LLC for property at 2301 Orchard Heights Road NW
- Tabled adoption of financial policies C-19, C-20, C-9, and C-14 until after budget adoption
- Passed Ordinance Bill No. 2-24 for assessment of costs to convert Sleepy Hollow Phase I water system to City system (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing the Salem Fire Department to become the exclusive provider of ambulance services starting July 1, 2025, ending subcontracting with an external contractor. They will also vote on applying for a FEMA grant to purchase three ground ambulances for the new model. A first reading of an ordinance will assess $5,000 per property for connecting the Sleepy Hollow water system to city water. Additionally, a resolution authorizes applying for a state grant for Riverfront Park playground redevelopment.
- Authorize Fire Department as exclusive ambulance provider under Ambulance Operator Model, discontinuing external subcontracting as of July 1, 2025
- Apply for FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for three ground ambulances
- First reading of Ordinance Bill 02-24: $5,000 per property assessment for Sleepy Hollow Phase I water system conversion (total project cost $768,108)
- Adopt Resolution 2024-9 to apply for Oregon Parks and Recreation Department grant for Riverfront Park playground improvements
- Information-only report on City's Short-Term Rental regulations
The City Council voted 8-0 to advance Ordinance Bill 24-91 to second reading, which assesses project costs for converting the private Sleepy Hollow Phase I water system to the city's public system. The consent calendar was approved 8-0, including adoption of Resolution 2024-9 authorizing a grant application for Riverfront Park playground improvements. Discussion of a FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant was tabled to March 25. Information on the Salem Fire Department's ambulance service reintegration proposal and short-term rental regulations was received and filed, with no action taken.
- Approved consent calendar including minutes and Resolution 2024-9 for Riverfront Park grant application (8-0)
- Advanced Ordinance Bill 24-91 for Sleepy Hollow water system assessment to second reading (8-0)
- Tabled FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant discussion to March 25 (8-0)
- Received and filed Salem Fire Department ambulance reintegration proposal
- Received and filed short-term rental regulations information
- Received and filed 2023 Annual Tree Report
- Received and filed hearings officer decision approving conditional use permit at 4340 Commercial St SE
- Received and filed planning administrator decision approving 405-unit development at 4650 Hazelgreen Rd NE
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will vote to approve the addition of four new positions to its budget and create a new job classification and pay range. The agenda also includes the approval of draft minutes from the January 22, 2024 meeting.
- Approval of draft minutes from January 22, 2024
- Action to add four new positions to the budget
- Creation of a new job classification and pay range
- Information report on Project Management
- Information report on Program Management
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved adding four new positions to the current budget and creating a new job classification and pay range effective February 26, 2024. The meeting also approved the consent calendar and the minutes from the previous meeting.
- Approved consent calendar (8-0)
- Approved January 22, 2024 draft minutes
- Approved addition of four new positions to budget
- Created new job classification and pay range
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency will vote on a consent calendar including seven resolutions authorizing short-term bonds totaling up to $18,638,000 for urban renewal areas (Jory Apartments, McGilchrist, Mill Creek Industrial Park, North Gateway, Riverfront/Downtown, South Waterfront, West Salem). The board will also consider authorizing the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Edlen & Co. and deChase Miksis for redevelopment of Block 50. Additionally, the board will adopt amendments to URA Board Rules to conform to recent City Council rule changes.
- Issuance of up to $6.353M short-term bond for Riverfront/Downtown Urban Renewal Area
- Authorization of up to $5M short-term bond for North Gateway Urban Renewal Area
- Consideration of MOU with Edlen & Co. and deChase Miksis for Block 50 redevelopment
- Adoption of amendments to URA Board Rules to align with City Council rules
- Approval of minutes from January 22, 2024 meeting
The Urban Renewal Agency approved eight short-term bonds totaling up to $15.6 million for various urban renewal areas, including the Jory Apartments and Mill Creek Industrial Park. The board also authorized a Memorandum of Understanding for the redevelopment of Block 50.
- Approved amendments to URA Board Rules (8-0)
- Authorized $485,000 bond for Jory Apartments TIF District (8-0)
- Authorized $1.1M bond for McGilchrist Urban Renewal Area (8-0)
- Authorized $2.7M bond for Mill Creek Industrial Park (8-0)
- Authorized $5M bond for North Gateway Urban Renewal Area (8-0)
- Authorized $6.353M bond for Riverfront/Downtown (8-0)
- Authorized $500,000 bond for South Waterfront (8-0)
- Authorized $2.5M bond for West Salem Urban Renewal Area (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider several budget transfers to fund Cityworks software and a recent special election. The agenda also includes grant applications for the Salem Municipal Airport and a transportation study for Front Street NE.
- Transfer of $66,000 for Facilities Services and $314,970 for Utility portions of Cityworks software
- Transfer of $188,260 from the General Fund to pay for a special election
- Grant applications for security and infrastructure improvements at Salem Municipal Airport
- Grant application for a $2.5 to $5.0 million transportation corridor study for Front Street NE
- Public hearing regarding a $768,108 water system project with $5,000 assessments per property
The Council voted 8-0 to advance Ordinance Bill 2-24 for the conversion of the private Sleepy Hollow water system to the city's public system to first reading after a public hearing with no testimony. It also approved a consent calendar covering airport grants, a lease amendment, a Front Street corridor plan grant application, and an IGA with Polk County. Two pulled resolutions were adopted: a budget transfer for Cityworks software and November 2023 special election costs, and amendments to Parks and Stormwater System Development Charge eligible project lists.
- Advanced Ordinance Bill 2-24 for Sleepy Hollow water system assessment to first reading (8-0)
- Approved consent calendar including FAA grant applications for airport security and infrastructure, MOU with USDOT/DHS, lease amendment with Eastridge Trust, Front Street corridor plan grant application, and IGA with Polk County (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-8 transferring appropriations for Cityworks work order software and November 2023 special election expenses (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-7 amending Parks and Stormwater SDC eligible project lists (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council holds a work session to discuss homelessness in Salem, focusing on partnerships and progress. Councilors requested information on who is experiencing homelessness, key causes, current efforts, and lessons learned. A final draft of a commissioned study is attached for review. No formal decisions are expected; this is an informational discussion.
- Discussion of Homeless Management Information System data for Marion and Polk counties
- Review of 2023 Point in Time Count for Salem
- Presentation of NW Human Services 2023 report
- Final draft of City-commissioned homelessness study (August 2023)
- Reports from Church @ the Park and MWVCAA Arches programs
The City Council held a work session to discuss homelessness in Salem, receiving presentations from city staff and partner organizations. The session covered partnerships, progress, and a homelessness study, but no substantive decisions were made. The only formal action was approval of the special meeting agenda.
- Approved special meeting agenda (8-0, 1 absent)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider Supplemental Budget 2, which reduces General Fund expenses by $4,658,900 and eliminates 33.35 full-time equivalent positions. Other action items include an intergovernmental agreement with Marion County for mobile crisis response services, leases for retail spaces in the Chemeketa Parkade, a right-of-way use agreement with AT&T for small wireless facilities, and approval of a new Fire Marshal classification at $73.88 per hour. The agenda also includes several informational reports and motions, including one on pedestrian and bicycle safety in the downtown core.
- Supplemental Budget 2 cuts $4,658,900 and 33.35 positions from the General Fund
- IGA with Marion County for Mobile Crisis Response Team service (FY24-FY25)
- Lease renewal with Create A Memory Ceramic Studio at 270 Commercial St NE in Chemeketa Parkade
- Right-of-way use agreement with AT&T for small wireless facilities, effective 2023-2028
- New Fire Marshal classification and compensation at $73.88 per hour
The City Council adopted Supplemental Budget 2, which eliminates vacant General Fund positions and transfers Police Department salary savings to fund a limited-duration Program Manager for DEI and the Community Violence Reduction Initiative. The vote was 6-3, with Councilors Hoy, Nordyke, and Gwyn dissenting. The Council also directed staff to study pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements downtown and to explore temporary public art regulations, both approved unanimously.
- Adopted Supplemental Budget 2, cutting General Fund positions and funding DEI/CVRI program manager (6-3)
- Approved IGA with Marion County for Mobile Crisis Response Team services (consent calendar, 9-0)
- Authorized lease with Create A Memory Ceramic Studio in Chemeketa Parkade (consent calendar, 9-0)
- Authorized lease amendment with Salem-Keizer School District for retail space (consent calendar, 9-0)
- Approved Right-of-Way Use Agreement with New Cingular Wireless for small wireless facilities (consent calendar, 9-0)
- Approved Fire Marshal classification at $73.88/hour (consent calendar, 9-0)
- Directed staff to study downtown pedestrian and bicycle safety, including 20 mph speed limit feasibility (9-0)
- Directed staff to report on modifying public art regulations to allow temporary displays (9-0)
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority will consider adopting Resolution 2305 and Resolution 2306, which revise the Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan and the Section 8 Administrative Plan. The revisions, approved by HUD, implement self-certification of allowable medical, disability, and childcare expenses for tenants.
- Adopt Resolution No. 2305 approving revised Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan for self-certification of expenses
- Adopt Resolution No. 2306 approving revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan for self-certification
- Approval of draft minutes from January 8, 2024 meeting
- Information-only project management report with updates on Housing Authority activity
The Housing Authority adopted two resolutions to implement self-certification of allowable medical, disability, and childcare expenses. These changes apply to both Public Housing and the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program, following HUD approval.
- Adopted Resolution No. 2305 revising the Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan (ACOP)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2306 revising the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan (PHA)
- Approved January 8, 2024 meeting minutes
- Approved agenda correction changing a date from August 1 to August 16 in the Program Management Report (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to approve the FY 2023 Annual Financial Report and appoint new members to the Downtown Advisory Board. The body will also receive a status update on Salem's eight Urban Renewal Areas, including potential closures and the creation of new areas.
- Appointment of Ernesto Toskovic and Kiana Chase to the Downtown Advisory Board
- Approval of the FY 2023 Urban Renewal Agency Annual Financial Report
- Status update on eight existing Urban Renewal Areas (URAs)
- Report on administratively approved purchases from December 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023
The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, including the appointment of Ernesto Toskovic and Kiana Chase to the Downtown Advisory Board and the FY2023 annual financial report, which will be forwarded to City Council. An update on urban renewal areas was received and filed.
- Approved minutes of January 8, 2024 (8-0)
- Appointed Ernesto Toskovic and Kiana Chase to Downtown Advisory Board (8-0)
- Approved FY2023 URA annual financial report and forwarded to City Council (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Salem City Council will consider budget transfers for water leak repairs and fire apparatus, authorize new infrastructure projects including a Liberty Road intersection signal, and approve policy priorities for the upcoming legislative session.
- Transfer of $260,200 for water leak repair and fire apparatus lease
- Authorize Liberty Road S at Davis Road S intersection improvements
- Authorize Willow Lake lighting upgrades with up to $18,200 in incentives
- Approve policy statements for 2024 Oregon Legislative Session
- Annexation of 0.96-acre territory at 4370 Fisher Road NE
The City Council approved policy priorities for the 2024 legislative session, authorized a stadium renovation MOU with Willamette University, and approved the annexation of 4370 Fisher Road NE. The Council also adopted a resolution to update its internal rules and approved a slate of candidates for the Revenue Task Force.
- Approved policy statements for 2024 legislative session (8-0)
- Authorized MOU for Willamette stadium renovation (8-0)
- Approved annexation of 4370 Fisher Road NE (8-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2024-5 to update Council rules (8-0)
- Approved Revenue Task Force candidate slate (8-0)
- Approved scheduling public hearing for Sleepy Hollow water system (8-0)
- Authorized creation of Willow Lake lighting upgrade project (8-0)
- Authorized City Manager to apply for BRIC grant funding (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Urban Renewal Agency
The Salem Urban Renewal Agency will meet to approve the draft minutes from its December 11, 2023 meeting and consider resolutions. The meeting will be held at 555 Liberty St SE and is available both in-person and remotely.
- Approval of draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes from December 11, 2023
- Consideration of resolutions
- Public comment period available before 5:00 p.m.
- Hybrid meeting format at 555 Liberty St SE
The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included approving the minutes from the December 11, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved consent calendar (9-0)
- Approved December 11, 2023 draft minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Housing Authority of the City of Salem
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will consider a resolution to approve an exemption from competitive bidding for public improvement contracts. This action is intended to facilitate the construction of affordable housing at Southview Terrace and Englewood West Apartments.
- Public Hearing: Exemption from competitive bidding for affordable housing construction
- Resolution 2303: Approves alternative contracting for Southview Terrace and Englewood West projects
- Agenda includes approval of draft minutes from December 11, 2023
The Housing Authority of the City of Salem adopted Resolution 2303 to allow an exemption from the competitive bidding process. This action authorizes the use of CM/GC services for a class of public improvement contracts dedicated to constructing affordable housing property.
- Adopted Resolution 2303 to exempt certain affordable housing construction contracts from competitive bidding (8-0)
- Approved December 11, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
- Approved additions to the agenda regarding Resolution 2303 project names (8-0)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the 2024 Policy Agenda and receive a status update from the Revenue Task Force. The body is also deciding on alternative contracting methods for the Salem Civic Center and Geer Park Skate Park projects.
- Proposed Design Build contracting for the $39.5 million Salem Civic Center Improvement Project
- Proposed Design Build contracting for the $2.4 million Geer Park Skate Park
- Resolution 2024-3 to acquire right-of-way for 2022 Safety and Livability Bond Bridge Rehabilitation Projects
- Lease authorization for Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency, Inc. at 1185 22nd Street SE
- Appointments to the Citizens Advisory Traffic Committee, Community Police Review Board, Downtown Advisory Board, and Salem Public Library Advisory Board
The City Council approved the 2024 Policy Agenda and two resolutions allowing design-build contracting for the Geer Park Skate Park and Salem Civic Center projects. The body also elected Councilor Stapleton as Council President and approved administrative purchases.
- Elected Councilor Stapleton as Council President (9-0)
- Approved 2024 Policy Agenda priorities (9-0)
- Approved Geer Park Skate Park design-build contract (9-0)
- Approved Salem Civic Center design-build contract (9-0)
- Appointed 12 individuals to advisory boards and commissions
- Authorized City Manager to execute lease at 1185 22nd Street SE
- Approved administrative purchases from Nov 1-30, 2023
- Received and filed City Council Rule Committee report