Baker City, OR
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Baker CityOR averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $268,574 +0.7% yr/yr · +31.5% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2012–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (6)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Aaron Still
- Ken Rockwell
- Larisa Bogardus
- Laura Klement
- Laurie Parry
- Tom Shrider
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202544 housing units ($10.9M)
Recent meetings
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider CAT rental purchase, DOE grant
The Baker City Council will hold its regular meeting with several action items, including a consent agenda, a purchase agreement for a CAT rental, and a Department of Energy grant. The finance monthly update is scheduled for discussion. The rest of the agenda consists of procedural items and informational updates.
- Consent Agenda (Action Item)
- Finance Monthly Update (Discussion)
- PW CAT Rental Purchase Agreement (Action Item)
- Department of Energy Grant (Action Item)
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 25, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order
Mayor Daugherty
Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Daugherty
Procedural
3. Roll Call
Megan Langan
Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications
Mayor Daugherty
Action Item
5. Public Comment
Mayor Daugherty
Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda
Mayor Daugherty
Action Item
New Business
7. Finance Monthly Update
Jeanie Dexter
Discussion
8. PW CAT Rental Purchase Agreement
Danielle Schuh
Action Item
9. Department of Energy Grant
Barry Murphy
Action Item
Updates and Future Items
10. Council Committee Updates
Mayor Daugherty
Information
11. City Manager / Director Updates
Barry Murphy
Information
12. City Council Comments
Mayor Daugherty
Information
13. Upcoming Agenda Items
Mayor Daugherty
Procedural
Adjourn
14. Adjourn
Mayor Daugherty
Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to consider vacation ordinance, social media resolution, and parking lot bid
The Baker City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 11, 2026, addressing old and new business. Key items include a vacation ordinance for Estes, a resolution on social media platform comments, a public works equipment purchase, and a bid award for the Central Park parking lot. The council will also review the 2024 audit report and update its goals.
- Vacation Ordinance - Estes (Ordinance)
- Social Media Platform Comments — Resolution 3994 (Resolution)
- PW Equipment Purchase (Action Item)
- Central Park Parking Lot Bid Award (Action Item)
- 2024 Audit Report (Action Item)
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 11, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
7. Vacation Ordinance - Estes Kara Miller Ordinance
New Business
8. Social Media Platform Comments — Resolution 3994 Barry Murphy Resolution
9. PW Equipment Purchase Danielle Schuh Action Item
10. Central Park Parking Lot Bid Award Danielle Schuh Action Item
11. City Council Goals Update Barry Murphy Discussion
12. 2024 Audit Report Jeanie Dexter, Barry
Murphy
Action Item
Updates and Future Items
13. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
14. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
15. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
16. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
17. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available …
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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:45
City Council
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 18:00
General
Baker City Council to consider Vacation and Right of Way ordinances
The City Council will meet to consider a Vacation Ordinance and discuss a Right of Way Ordinance. The body will also vote on LOC matters and receive updates on finance and fire department response policy.
- Vacation Ordinance
- Right of Way Ordinance discussion
- LOC Voting
- FD Response Policy Update
- Finance Monthly Update
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 28, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
New Business
7. Vacation Ordinance - Estes Kara Miller Ordinance
8. Finance Monthly Update Jeanie Dexter Information
9. Right of Way Ordinance Barry Murphy Discussion
10. LOC Voting Barry Murphy Action Item
11. FD Response Policy Update Barry Murphy Information
Updates and Future Items
12. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
13. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
14. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
15. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
16. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Baker City Council to discuss charter review and approve city manager contract
The Baker City Council will meet to discuss a charter review and vote on the city manager's contract. The agenda includes action items for an insurance waiver, a pipe bid award, and a marketing investment approval.
- Charter Review discussion
- City Manager Contract approval
- Insurance Waiver resolution
- Pipe Bid Award
- TLT Marketing Investments approval
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 14, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
New Business
7. Charter Review Megan Langan Discussion
8. Insurance Waiver Andrew Crabtree Resolution
9. Main Line Connection Barry Murphy Action Item
10. Pipe Bid Award Danielle Schuh Action Item
11. TLT Marketing Investments Approval Kara Miller Action Item
12. League of OR Cities Legislative Priorities Barry Murphy Discussion
13. City Manager Contract Barry Murphy Action Item
Updates and Future Items
14. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
15. City Manager / Director Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
16. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
17. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
18. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is av …
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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:00
General
City Council to discuss policy amendments and store access
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss guidance for policy amendments. Topics include call response and vehicle rotation, as well as store access.
- Discussion on call response policy amendment
- Discussion on vehicle rotation policy amendment
- Discussion on store access
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
WORK SESSION
JULY 14, 2026 - 5:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
New Business
3. Guidance for Policy Amendment Andrew Lawrence Discussion
a. Call Response Andrew Lawrence Discussion
b. Vehicle Rotation Andrew Lawrence Discussion
4. Store Access Andrew Lawrence Discussion
Adjourn
5. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 19:15
General
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Baker City Council to vote on 2026-27 budget adoption
The City Council will consider the adoption of the 2026-27 budget and related budget changes. The body will also address the City Manager contract and Enterprise Zone administration. Additionally, the council will discuss public works mainline charge options.
- 2026-27 Budget Adoption
- Resolution 3991 regarding budget changes
- City Manager contract
- Enterprise Zone Administration
- PW Mainline Charge Options discussion
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 23, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
New Business
7. 2026-27 Budget Adoption Jeanie Dexter Resolution
8. Resolution 3991 - Budget Changes Jeanie Dexter Resolution
9. PW Mainline Charge Options Barry Murphy Discussion
10. Enterprise Zone Administration Barry Murphy Action Item
11. Finance Monthly Update Jeanie Dexter Information
12. City Manager Contract Barry Murphy Action Item
Updates and Future Items
13. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
14. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
15. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
16. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
17. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities b …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 17:45
City Council
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 17:00
General
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 18:00
General
Baker City Council to hold public hearing on ASR Well
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the ASR Well and take action on the Elkhorn Industrial Park - Coley. Members will also discuss a TLT Ordinance.
- ASR Well public hearing
- Elkhorn Industrial Park - Coley action item
- TLT Ordinance discussion
- BCD update
- Finance monthly update
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 9, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
New Business
7. Dan Van Thiel Recognition Barry Murphy Presentation
8. BCD Update Ariel Reker Information
9. Elkhorn Industrial Park - Coley Barry Murphy Action Item
10. ASR Well Public Hearing Danielle Schuh Procedural
11. TLT Ordinance Discussion Kara Miller Discussion
12. Finance Monthly Update Jeanie Dexter Information
Updates and Future Items
13. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
14. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
15. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
16. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
17. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-65 …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 18:00
Budget Board
Budget Board to vote on proposed budget and property tax rate
The Budget Board will review and vote to approve the proposed budget. The board will also vote on the city's ad valorem property tax rate.
- Vote to approve the proposed budget
- Vote to approve property tax rate of $6.3314 per $1,000 of assessed value
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
BUDGET BOARD MEETING AGENDA
BUDGET MEETING
MAY 19, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Chairperson Procedural
2. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
3. Review the Proposed Budget Chairperson Discussion
4. Vote to Approve the Budget Chairperson Action Item
5. Vote to Approve the City's Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate of $6.3314 per
$1,000 of Assessed Value of the City's Operations
Chairperson Action Item
6. Adjourn Chairperson Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Mon May 18, 2026 · 18:00
Budget Board
Baker City Budget Board to vote on 2026-27 budget and property tax rate
The Budget Board will review and vote on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and approve the city's property tax rate of $6.3314 per $1,000 of assessed value. The meeting includes a public hearing on the proposed budget and the possible use of state revenue sharing dollars.
- Vote to approve the 2026-2027 budget
- Vote to approve the City's Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate of $6.3314 per $1,000 of Assessed Value
- Public Hearing for testimony regarding the Proposed 2026-2027 Budget
- Public Hearing regarding the possible use of State Revenue Sharing Dollars
- Appointment of Chair and Vice Chair
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
BUDGET BOARD MEETING AGENDA
BUDGET MEETING
MAY 18, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
3. Approval of Minutes Mayor Daugherty Action Item
4. Budget Message Barry Murphy Procedural
5. Appoint Chair and Vice Chair Mayor/Committee Action Item
6. Public Hearing for Testimony Regarding the Proposed 2026-2027 Budget Chairperson Action Item
7. Public Hearing Regarding the Possible use of State Revenue Sharing
Dollars
Chairperson Action Item
8. Review the Proposed Budget Chairperson Discussion
9. Vote to Approve the Budget Chairperson Action Item
10. Vote to Approve the City's Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate of $6.3314 per
$1,000 of Assessed Value of the City's Operations
Chairperson Action Item
11. Adjourn Chairperson Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Tue May 12, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:00
General
City Council to consider PD seismic bid award and Court Plaza lights
The Baker City Council will meet to discuss new business including a bid award for police department seismic work and lighting for Court Plaza. The meeting also includes a HUB update and standard city manager reports.
- PD Seismic Bid Award
- Court Plaza Lights
- HUB Update/Introduction
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 12, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
New Business
7. HUB Update/Introduction Kara Miller Information
8. Court Plaza Lights Danielle Schuh Action Item
9. PD Seismic Bid Award Danielle Schuh Action Item
Updates and Future Items
10. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
11. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
12. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
13. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
14. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 18:00
General
City Council to adopt new fee schedule via Resolution 3988
The Baker City Council will consider the consent agenda and vote on a new fee schedule presented as Resolution 3988. The meeting also includes informational updates on the Street Capital Plan and the monthly finance report. Additional updates from council committees and city management will be provided.
- Consent agenda (action item)
- Fee Schedule — Resolution 3988
- Street Capital Plan (information)
- Finance Monthly Update (information)
- Council Committee Updates (information)
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 28, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
7. Fee Schedule — Resolution 3988 Barry Murphy Resolution
New Business
8. Street Capital Plan Danielle Schuh Information
9. Finance Monthly Update Jeanie Dexter Information
Updates and Future Items
10. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
11. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
12. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
13. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
14. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 17:00
General
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 18:00
General
Baker City Council to review capital plans and fee schedule
The City Council will discuss the 2026 Public Works and General Fund capital plans. The body is also considering a fee schedule resolution and bid awards for Court Plaza and the City Attorney. Other items include the Elkhorn Industrial Park Lot 10 and an Airport FAA project.
- Fee Schedule Resolution 3988
- 2026 Public Works Capital Plan
- General Fund Capital Plan
- Court Plaza Bid Award
- Elkhorn Industrial Park Lot 10
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✓ Decided: Council approves Elkhorn Industrial Park Lot 10 sale to Blatchfords
The Baker City Council approved the sale of Elkhorn Industrial Park Lot 10 to Jess and Chelsea Blatchford for $30,000 plus a discount on water and sewer hookups. The council also approved city goals, staffing changes, a city attorney bid, a Court Plaza bid, the 2026 Public Works Capital Plan, the General Fund Capital Plan, and an airport project bid with associated grants. The fee schedule resolution was discussed but not approved, with changes to be presented at the next meeting.
- Approved city goals (unanimous)
- Approved Elkhorn Industrial Park Lot 10 proposal from Jess and Chelsea Blatchford for $30,000 plus water/sewer hookup discount (6-0, Joseph recused)
- Approved staffing changes reallocating Assistant Public Works Director FTE to GIS Technician and hiring Development Coordinator (unanimous)
- Approved bid from BU for City Attorney (unanimous)
- Awarded Court Plaza bid to R6 (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Public Works Capital Plan (unanimous)
- Approved General Fund Capital Plan (unanimous)
- Approved airport access road bid from JAL Construction and accepted FAA/COAR grants (unanimous)
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 14, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Mayor Daugherty Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
7. City Goals Barry Murphy Action Item
New Business
8. Elkhorn Industrial Park Lot 10 Barry Murphy Action Item
9. Staffing Changes Barry Murphy Information
10. City Attorney Award Barry Murphy Action Item
11. Court Plaza Bid Award Danielle Schuh Action Item
12. Fee Schedule Resolution 3988 Barry Murphy Resolution
13. 2026 Public Works Capital Plan Danielle Schuh Action Item
14. General Fund Capital Plan Barry Murphy Action Item
15. Airport FAA Project Barry Murphy Action Item
Updates and Future Items
16. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
17. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
18. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
19. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
20. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
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Call to Order/Introduction
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
BAKER CITY, OREGON Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
CITY COUNCIL Doni Bruland
ratton Miller
MEETING MINUTES mandy sehiewe
CITY MANAGER
REGULAR MEETING Barry Murphy
APRIL 14, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Mayor Daugherty in the Baker
City Hall Council Chambers.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Daugherty led the meeting in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Roll Call
Roll call was answered by Mayor Daugherty and Councilors Coles, Joseph,
Loennig, Bruland, Miller and Schiewe.
Also present were City Manager Barry Murphy, Public Works Director Danielle
Schuh, Police Chief Ty Duby, Fire Chief Michael Carlson, Human Resource
Manager Andrew Crabtree, Community Development Coordinator Kara Miller,
Finance Director Jeanie Dexter, and City Recorder Megan Langan.
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions,
Modifications
No additions, deletions or modifications.
5. Public Comment
Old Business
No public comment.
6. Consent Agenda
MOTION MADE BY: Councilor Coles
MOTION: Approve meeting minutes for 4/14/2026
SECONDED: Councilor Bruland
IN FAVOR: Mayor Daugherty, Councilor Coles, Joseph, Loennig, Bruland, and
Schiewe.
OPPOSED: None
Motion Passed.
Councilor Miller abstained.
7. City Goals
New Business
City Manager Barry Murphy presented the City goals.
MOTION MADE BY: Councilor Joseph
MOTION: Approve City goals
SECONDED: Councilor Miller
IN FAVOR: Ma …
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Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 17:45
General
Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Baker City Council to vote on budget changes and employee handbook
The Baker City Council will meet to vote on a resolution regarding budget changes and a resolution adopting an employee handbook. The meeting will also include a discussion on a proposed increase from Cascade Natural Gas.
- Resolution 3987: Budget Changes
- Resolution adopting Employee Handbook
- Discussion: Cascade Natural Gas Increase
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Doni Bruland Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance and Invocation Doin Bruland Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Doni Bruland Action Item
5. Public Comment Doni Bruland Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Doni Bruland Action Item
7. Employee Handbook Andrew Crabtree Resolution
New Business
8. Budget Changes - Resolution 3987 Jeanie Dexter Resolution
9. Cascade Natural Gas Increase Barry Murphy Discussion
Updates and Future Items
10. Council Committee Updates Doni Bruland Information
11. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
12. City Council Comments Doni Bruland Information
13. Upcoming Agenda Items Doni Bruland Procedural
Adjourn
14. Adjourn Doni Bruland Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Tue Mar 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Baker City Council to review materials bid and Miners Jubilee Park use
The City Council will meet to decide on a materials bid for PVC pipe and ductile iron fittings. Members will also discuss city goals, the employee handbook, and the chlorine conversion project.
- Action item regarding PVC Pipe, Ductile Iron Fittings, & Appurtenances Materials Bid
- Action item regarding Miners Jubilee Park Use
- Discussion on Chlorine Conversion Project
- Discussion on City Council Goals
- Action item for Board and Commission Applications
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 10, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
Randy Schiewe
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
New Business
7. Board and Commission Applications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
8. City Council Goals Barry Murphy Discussion
9. Employee Handbook Andrew Crabtree Discussion
10. Miners Jubilee Park Use Barry Murphy, Kara
Miller
Action Item
11. Chlorine Conversion Project Danielle Schuh Discussion
12. Monthly Financial Report Jeanie Dexter Information
13. PVC Pipe, Ductile Iron Fittings, & Appurtenances Materials Bid Danielle Schuh Action Item
Updates and Future Items
14. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
15. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
16. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
17. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
18. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
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Tue Feb 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Third reading of Plum Street vacation ordinance
The Baker City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 24, 2026. Items include third reading of an ordinance to vacate a section of Plum Street, consideration of police department ordinances 3419 and 3420, a fire department update, and a lien resolution. The consent agenda and other procedural items will also be addressed.
- Third reading of vacation of a 60' x 200' section of Plum Street (VAC-25-136)
- PD Ordinances 3419 and 3420 - action item
- Fire Department Update - discussion
- Lien - Resolution 3986 - action item
- Consent agenda (routine items)
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 24, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
7. PD Ordinances - 3419 and 3420 Ty Duby Ordinance
New Business
8. City Council Swearing In Megan Langan Procedural
9. Third Reading of a Vacation of a 60' x 200' section of Plum Street - VAC-
25-136 Elbert
Kara Miller Ordinance
10. Fire Department Update Michael Carlson Discussion
11. Lein - Resolution 3986 Jeanie Dexter Action Item
Updates and Future Items
12. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
13. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Muprhy Information
14. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
15. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
16. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-65 …
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Tue Feb 24, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
Tue Feb 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Baker City Council to select candidate for council vacancy
The City Council will meet to fill a vacancy on the council and review the City Annual Report. The body will also consider updates to the city development code and police ordinances.
- Selection for City Council Vacancy
- Ordinance No. 3417 regarding Baker City Development Code Updates
- PD Ordinances
- VAC-25-136 Elbert Kara Miller Ordinance
- City Annual Report presentation
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 10, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
7. PD Ordinances Sgt. Regan Ordinance
8. Ordinance No. 3417 — Baker City Development Code Updates Tara Micka, Madison
Tomac
Ordinance
New Business
9. City Council Vacancy Selection Megan Langan Action Item
10. City Annual Report Barry Murphy Presentation
11. Monthly Financial Update Jeanie Dexter Information
12. VAC-25-136 Elbert Kara Miller Ordinance
Updates and Future Items
13. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
14. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
15. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
16. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
17. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities …
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Tue Jan 27, 2026 · 17:30
City Council
City Council interviews applicants for open positions
The City Council will hold a work session to interview applicants for open positions. The meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers.
- City Council Applicant Interviews
- Call to Order and Roll Call
- Meeting at City Hall Council Chambers
- Mayor Randy Daugherty presiding
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
WORK SESSION
JANUARY 27, 2026 - 5:30 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
3. City Council Applicant Interviews Mayor Daugherty Discussion
4. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Tue Jan 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on development code updates and Knox Box requirement
The Baker City Council will consider three ordinances: updates to the development code, an amendment to the burn ban ordinance, and a new requirement for Knox Boxes on all commercial properties. Council will also fill a council vacancy and discuss updates to city council goals.
- Ordinance No. 3417 — Baker City Development Code Updates
- Ordinance No. 3415 — Amending Municipal Code Chapter 92 (Burn Ban)
- Ordinance No. 3416 — Establishment of Knox Box Requirement for all commercial properties
- City Council Vacancy Selection
- City Council Goals Update
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 27, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MAYOR:
Randy Daugherty
COUNCILORS
Roger Coles
Loran Joseph
Helen Loennig
Doni Bruland
Gratton Miller
CITY MANAGER
Barry Murphy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order Mayor Daugherty Procedural
2. Pledge of Allegiance Mayor Daugherty Procedural
3. Roll Call Megan Langan Procedural
4. Agenda Additions, Deletions, Modifications Mayor Daugherty Action Item
5. Public Comment Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Old Business
6. Consent Agenda Mayor Daugherty Action Item
New Business
7. City Council Vacancy Selection Mayor Daugherty Action Item
8. Ordinance No. 3417 — Baker City Development Code Updates Tara Micka, Madison
Tomac
Ordinance
9. Ordinance No. 3415 - Ordinance Amending Municipal Code Chapter 92.
Burn Ban
Michael Carlson Ordinance
10. Ordinance No. 3416 - Establishment of Knox Box Requirement for all
commercial properties.
Michael Carlson Ordinance
11. City Council Goals Update Barry Murphy Discussion
Updates and Future Items
12. Council Committee Updates Mayor Daugherty Information
13. City Manager / Director Updates Barry Murphy Information
14. City Council Comments Mayor Daugherty Information
15. Upcoming Agenda Items Mayor Daugherty Procedural
Adjourn
16. Adjourn Mayor Daugherty Procedural
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Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to review VAC-25-136
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business and receive a Director's report. The primary item on the agenda is a procedural matter regarding VAC-25-136 for Elbert Kara Miller.
- VAC-25-136 Elbert Kara Miller
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 21, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Commissioners:
Laurie Parry
Ken Rockwell
Tom Shrider
Laura Klement
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order
Procedural
2. Roll Call
Procedural
3. Public Comment
Procedural
Old Business
4. Review of Minutes
Procedural
New Business
5. VAC-25-136 Elbert Kara Miller Procedural
Updates and Future Items
6. Director's Report
Information
7. Set Next Meeting Date & Time
Action Item
Adjourn
8. Adjourn
Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
Wed Jan 14, 2026 · 18:00
General
Planning Commission to review Baker City Development Code updates
The Planning Commission will meet to address updates to the Baker City Development Code. The meeting also includes a Director's report and the scheduling of the next meeting.
- ZT-25-127: Updates to the Baker City Development Code
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BAKER CITY, OREGON
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 14, 2026 - 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Commissioners:
Aaron Still
Haden Damschen
Laurie Parry
Gratton Miller
Ken Rockwell
Larisa Bogardus
Matthew Reidy
Call to Order/Introduction
1. Call to Order
Procedural
2. Roll Call
Procedural
3. Public Comment
Procedural
Old Business
4. ZT-25-127 - Updates to the Baker City Development Code
Action Item
New Business
Updates and Future Items
5. Director's Report
Information
6. Set Next Meeting Date & Time
Action Item
Adjourn
7. Adjourn
Procedural
Baker City operates under an EEO policy and complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act. Assistance is available for individuals with disabilities by calling 541-523-6541.
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $4.8M | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of Agriculture · 2022 NATIONAL AIR ATTACK, LIGHT FIXED WING ATGS BASE AND 4 OPTION YEAR |
| $2.4M | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of Agriculture · HSS MATOC TYPE 3 SALMON N407TD |
| $738,146 | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of Agriculture · HSS MATOC TYPE 3 CUSTER N777TD |
| $385,817 | COUNTY OF BAKER Department of the Interior · BAKER COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES, VALE OREGON, VALE DISTR |
| $210,432 | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of the Interior · ON CALL SMALL HELICOPTER FLIGHT SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF THE DOI/BLM ESR |
| $196,020 | THE BRITT CORPORATION Department of Agriculture · BRITT CORP OR973S000250 E10153 |
| $176,907 | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of the Interior · FWS MEXICAN GRAY WOLF SURVEY, DARTING, AND CAPTURE |
| $169,008 | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of Agriculture · 0801-081525 N777TD PKG-68639 |
| $167,481 | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of the Interior · ACETA/WH&B ON CALL HELICOPTER FLIGHT SERVICES FOR FWS MEXICAN WOLF HEL |
| $155,490 | ELKHORN AVIATION, INC. Department of Agriculture · 0816-083125 N777TD PKG-68949 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Baker County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Federal disasters (10 yr)3 ({"Fire": 4, "Severe Storm": 2, "Biological": 2, "Flood": 1, · last Mon Jul 22, 2024)
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments521 (4,507 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$940/mo (162 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.1% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
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