Rockaway Beach public meetings in 2022
24 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a proposal for a buildable land inventory from 3J Consulting. The agenda also includes a discussion on the tree ordinance and setting future meeting times. Additionally, the commission will determine a date for the Lake Lytle Park Open House.
- Review of proposal for Buildable Land Inventory by 3J Consulting
- Discussion regarding tree ordinance
- Determining date and time for Lake Lytle Park Open House
- Setting future meeting times
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss Ordinance 22-442 and the supplemental budget. The session includes reviewing proposals for an organizational assessment, buildable lands inventory, and Salmonberry Trail project management. No final decisions are made during this workshop.
- Ordinance 22-442
- Organizational Assessment proposal
- Buildable Lands Inventory proposal
- Salmonberry Trail Project Management proposal
- Supplemental Budget review
City Council
The Council will review applications to fill three vacant positions on the Budget Committee. Additionally, members will discuss adopting a plan of action for the 2020-2021 fiscal year audit and scheduling future council workshops.
- Appointments for Budget Committee positions #3, #5, and #6
- Adoption of Plan of Action for the FY 2020-2021 audit
- Tillamook Coast Visitor Association grant announcement
- Discussion on scheduling regular Council Workshops
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a tree ordinance and hold a workshop regarding Lake Lytle. No public hearings or new business items are listed on this agenda.
- Tree Ordinance Discussion
- Lake Lytle Workshop
City Council
The City Council will discuss how to fill the vacant City Manager position. Options include rehiring former City Manager Luke Shepard, hiring an interim manager, or using current city staff to cover the vacancy.
- Discussion regarding possible rehire of former City Manager Luke Shepard
- Consideration of interim hire or utilizing available city staff for the vacancy
City Council
The City Council will consider a proposal from The Wyntergreen Company to provide interim management services for up to six months. Members will also determine recipients for the remaining $4,078.67 in 2022 Community Grant funding. Additionally, the Council may discuss scheduling regular workshops and hiring a code enforcement officer.
- Proposal from The Wyntergreen Company for interim City Manager services
- Awards for the 2022 Community Grant Program
- Appointment of a Planning Commission Liaison
- Supplemental budget request to hire a code enforcement officer
City Council
The Council voted to request that City Manager Luke Shepard withdraw his resignation, provided city staff are given a paid day off on November 23rd. Additionally, the Council discussed the scope and facilitator for an upcoming public workshop regarding a short-term rental moratorium.
- Request for City Manager Luke Shepard to withdraw his resignation
- Approval of a paid day off for city staff on November 23rd
- Discussion regarding the format of a public workshop on short-term rental moratoriums
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding Variance 22-03 for a front yard setback. The meeting also includes discussions on an affordable housing project, a tree ordinance, and the Lake Lytle Park Project.
- Variance 22-03 – Pierce – Front Yard Setback
- Affordable Housing Project discussion
- Tree Ordinance discussion
- Lake Lytle Park Project discussion
City Council
The City Council will discuss imposing a temporary limitation on the issuance of new short-term rental licenses within the city. The council is also scheduled to approve funding awards for the 2022 Community Grant.
- Approval of 2022 Community Grant funding awards
- OLCC liquor license application for "Rockaway Roastery LLC"
- Discussion on temporary limits for new short-term rental licenses
- Review of the September 2022 check register
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Fire Department's operational status and strategic planning for capital improvements. The meeting includes presentations on local housing needs and an annual tourism report. Additionally, the council will consider approving 2022 community grant awards.
- Approval of funding awards for the 2022 Community Grant
- Discussion of Fire Department operational status and capital improvements
- Resolution No. 22-977 regarding the M.O.R.E. agreement
- OLCC liquor license application for 'Historical Rockaway Snack Shack'
- Presentation on steps to address housing needs in Rockaway Beach
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will continue the public hearing for the Falcon Subdivision (SD 22-01). The commission will also address the appointment of a Planning Commission Secretary.
- Falcon Subdivision continuation (SD 22-01)
- Appointment of Planning Commission Secretary
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting an ordinance regulating short term rental operations. The council will also review a memorandum of agreement with Tillamook County for a coordinated homeless response program.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 22-442 regarding short term rental operations
- Resolution No. 22-976 for a coordinated homeless response program with Tillamook County
- Approval of funding awards for the 2022 Community Grant
- Contract award for the S. Nehalem Ave. & S. Easy Street Overlay Project
- OLCC liquor license for Littoral Lounge at 342 Highway N. 101
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the Falcon Subdivision and a setback variance for O’Day. The commission will also consider a nomination for Chair.
- Public hearing: Falcon Subdivision (S 22-01)
- Public hearing: O'Day setback variance (V 22-02)
- Chair nomination
- Approval of June 16, 2022 minutes
Planning Commission
The Rockaway Beach Planning Commission meeting on June 16, 2022, includes discussions regarding commission rules and procedures. No public hearings or new business items are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of May 19, 2022 minutes
- Rules and Procedures discussion
- STR discussion
City Council
The City Council will discuss draft ordinance No. 22-442, which proposes a framework for regulating short-term rental operations. The council will also consider an agreement with the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development regarding natural hazards mitigation planning. Additionally, a request to use the wayside for a Chamber of Commerce event in August will be reviewed.
- Discussion of draft ordinance No. 22-442 regarding short-term rental operations
- Approval of intergovernmental agreement with Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development
- Request for use of the wayside by Chamber of Commerce from August 19-21, 2022
- Approval of May 11, 2022 meeting minutes and May 2022 check register
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a front yard setback variance for Hess & McClaran as new business. The agenda also includes old business regarding short term rental nuisance and commission rules. A visitor presentation is also scheduled.
- Variance 22-01 Hess & McClaran – front yard setback
- Short Term Rental Nuisance discussion
- Planning Commission Rules review
City Council
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the FY 2022-2023 budget and state revenue sharing funds. The council also plans to discuss the final budget and vote on resolutions for taxes, volunteer compensation, and a utility franchise agreement.
- Public hearing on the FY 2022-2023 budget
- Resolution 22-973 adopting the FY 2022-2023 budget and tax levy
- Resolution 22-972 to receive state revenue sharing funds
- Resolution 22-974 for volunteer workers compensation coverage
- Resolution 22-975 for a franchise agreement with Tillamook County People’s Utility District
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal regarding short term rental nuisances and review commission rules. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from March 17, 2022.
- Short Term Rental Nuisance proposal
- Planning Commission Rules discussion
- Approval of March 17, 2022 minutes
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Fire Department’s operational status and modernization program. The council will also consider approving $390.00 in grant funding for tourism marketing materials.
- $390.00 grant for tourism marketing flyer creation and printing
- Discussion of Fire Department operational status and strategic planning
- Approval of March 9, 2022 meeting minutes
- Review of the March 2022 check register
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a proposal regarding short term rental nuisances. The agenda also includes training with the DLCD and an update on the High Grounds project outreach schedule.
- Short Term Rental Nuisance proposal
- High Grounds project outreach schedule update
- Planning Commissioner training with Lisa Phipps from DLCD
City Council
The City Council will hear a presentation on national and local housing issues from the Tillamook County Housing Coordinator. The council will also consider approving funding for seven tourism marketing grant applications and appointing the City Manager as Budget Officer for the 2022/2023 fiscal year.
- Presentation on national and local housing issues by Thomas Fiorelli
- Approval of seven 2021-2022 off-season tourism marketing grant applications
- Appointment of City Manager as Budget Officer for the 2022/2023 budget
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a presentation regarding the Master Plan for critical facilities and the Project Priority List. The commission will also conduct an election for the Vice Chair position.
- Master Plan for critical facilities presentation
- Project Priority List review
- Election of Planning Commission Vice Chair
- Review of Planning Commission Meeting Requirements
City Council
The City Council will review an intergovernmental agreement with ODOT for the Salmonberry Trail connector. The meeting includes a presentation on the development process for the city's 10-acre Public Facilities lot. The council will also consider approving the 2022-23 administrative task list.
- ODOT Intergovernmental Agreement for Salmonberry Trail — Rockaway Beach Connector
- Master planning overview for the 10-acre Public Facilities lot
- Approval of the 2022-23 Administrative Task List
- Approval of January 12, 2022, meeting minutes and check register
City Council
The City Council will elect a president from its membership to preside in the Mayor's absence. The council will also review the 2020-2021 Annual Financial Report and adopt an action plan for the completed fiscal year audit.
- Election of a City Council President
- Presentation of the 2020-2021 Annual Financial Report
- Adoption of Plan of Action for the fiscal year audit ended June 30, 2021
- Approval of December 2021 check register