Salem public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss updates to the Unified Development Code and new solid waste management service rates. The body will also consider a land annexation on Hollywood Drive NE and various grant agreements for housing and shelters.

• Proposed 2023 solid waste rate increases of 4.2% for roll cart and 2.07% for container services in Marion County
• Authorization of up to $340,000 for 2.72 acres of wetland credits for the Salem Business Campus
• Petitioner-initiated annexation of 3.30 acres at Ash Grove Subdivision on Hollywood Drive NE
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Salem Housing Authority for property management at 1440, 1460, and 1508 Wallace Road NW
• Grant agreements for the Salem Housing Authority and Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency for state funds

The Salem City Council approved an amended motion on solid waste rates, removing the 95-gallon cart option and approving no rate increase for 2022, effectively rescinding the original resolution. The council also approved several other items including wetland credit purchases, an intergovernmental agreement with the Salem Housing Authority, and multiple annexations. The meeting was conducted virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Approved amended solid waste rates with no 2022 increase and no 95-gallon carts (6-2)
• Approved purchase of 2.72 acres of wetland credits for Salem Business Campus (consent)
• Authorized IGA with Salem Housing Authority for property management at Wallace Road NW (consent)
• Approved appointments to multiple citizen boards and commissions (consent)
• Adopted Order No. 2021-6 for annexation at Hollywood Drive NE (8-0)
• Approved grant agreements with Salem Housing Authority and Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (8-0)
• Advanced Ordinance Bills 15-21, 16-21, and 17-21 to second reading (8-0 each)
• Approved new City Council ward boundaries (Ordinance Bill 14-21) (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to discuss an agreement to provide property management services for three City-owned homes. These properties are being managed for housing while the City completes a land use process related to the Marine Drive NW street improvement project.

• Intergovernmental Agreement for property management of 1440, 1460, and 1508 Wallace Road NW

The Salem Housing Authority approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Salem to provide property management services at city-owned properties at 1440, 1460, and 1508 Wallace Road NW. The board also approved the consent calendar, including the November 22, 2021 minutes, and received an informational program management report. No public comment or hearings were held.

• Approved intergovernmental agreement for property management at 1440, 1460, 1508 Wallace Rd NW (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Nov 22, 2021 minutes (6-0, 2 absent)
• Received and filed Program Management Report

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to update the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan, including changes to zoning and transportation maps. The body is also discussing investments to address the homelessness emergency and updates to the Unified Development Code.

• Resolution 2021-48 to initiate updates to the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan, zoning map, and Transportation System Plan
• Resolution 2021-47 for a five-year property tax exemption for a 2-unit apartment development at 227-229 Commercial Street NE
• Ordinance Bill No. 13-21 to update the Unified Development Code and change downtown zoning to Central Business District
• Proposed funding for SafeSleep United shelter expansion and the Mid-Willamette Valley Homelessness Alliance
• Ten-year ground lease rent waiver for electric aircraft and automobile charging stations at Salem Municipal Airport

The Salem City Council voted 7-0 to advance Ordinance Bill No. 14-21 to second reading, adopting new ward boundaries. It also adopted Resolution No. 2021-50 extending the COVID-19 emergency declaration until June 22, 2022, and approved investments for homelessness response, including a warming center and shelter expansion. The council approved the consent calendar, which included initiating a comprehensive plan update and a tax exemption for a housing project. A public hearing on the Unified Development Code update was continued to December 13, 2021.

• Advanced Ordinance Bill No. 14-21 (new ward boundaries) to second reading, 7-0.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-50 extending COVID-19 emergency declaration to June 22, 2022, 7-0.
• Approved homelessness response investments: warming center, SafeSleep United expansion, and Mid-Willamette Valley Homelessness Alliance funding, 7-0.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-48 to initiate comprehensive plan update and adopt Housing Needs Analysis.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-47 approving SAMAX LLC tax exemption for 2-unit housing at 227-229 Commercial St NE.
• Authorized accepting Fairview Park adjacent property donation from Ward Development LLC.
• Authorized applying for SCASD grant for commercial air service at Salem Municipal Airport.
• Authorized 10-year ground lease waiver for electric charging stations at airport.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to approve minutes from November 22, 2021. The board is considering a grant exception to allow funding for a non-profit organization.

• Proposed grant of up to $26,000 to the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency for 10 storage lockers

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency approved an exception to the Strategic Project Grant eligibility restriction on non-profit eligibility, allowing a grant of up to $26,000 to the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (MWVCAA) to purchase storage lockers. The motion carried 7-0 with two members absent. The consent calendar was also approved, including the November 22, 2021 minutes, with item 3.3a pulled for separate consideration.

• Approved exception to non-profit eligibility for Strategic Project Grant (7-0)
• Authorized Urban Development Director to execute grant up to $26,000 to MWVCAA for storage lockers (7-0)
• Approved consent calendar including November 22, 2021 minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to choose one of three alternative scenarios for adjusting ward boundaries to equalize population. The body will also consider tax exemptions for two housing developments and two property annexations.

• Selection of one of three alternative City Council ward boundary scenarios
• 10-year property tax exemption for 157-unit apartment development at 420 Center Street NE
• 10-year property tax exemption for 2-unit apartment development at 227-229 Commercial Street NE
• Annexation of 1.18 acres at 6565 Sunnyside Road SE for sewer services
• Annexation of 4.35 acres at 4120 Fisher Road NE for future development

The Salem City Council adopted Alternative 3 for new ward boundaries, approved a 10-year property tax exemption for a 157-unit apartment at 420 Center St NE, and approved a 5-year exemption for a 2-unit development at 227-229 Commercial St NE. It also approved two annexations and authorized a stormwater agreement with Marion County.

• Adopted Alternative 3 for new City Council ward boundaries (7-1, Lewis nay).
• Approved 10-year tax exemption for DD Salem Center Two, LLC (157-unit apartment, 420 Center St NE).
• Approved 5-year tax exemption for SAMAX, LLC (2-unit apartment, 227-229 Commercial St NE).
• Adopted Order No. 2021-4 ANX annexing 6565 Sunnyside Road SE.
• Adopted Order No. 2021-5 ANX annexing 4120 Fisher Road NE and adjacent lands.
• Authorized City Manager to execute IGA with Marion County for stormwater improvements on Elkins Way SE.
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and routine items.
• Received and filed informational reports (policing update, purchases, fireworks, Planning Commission annual report).

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is conducting a virtual meeting to address its agenda. The session includes the review of draft minutes from the October 25, 2021, meeting.

• Approval of October 25, 2021, Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency met virtually and took only one substantive action: approving the draft minutes from its October 25, 2021 meeting. No resolutions, action items, public hearings, or information reports were on the agenda. The meeting was called to order at 6:17 p.m. and adjourned at 6:19 p.m.

• Approved the October 25, 2021 draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes (item 21-499) by an 8-0 vote, with one member absent.
• Approved the consent calendar as a whole, which included the minutes item.

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to discuss program management and approve updates to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. Proposed changes would take effect December 1, 2021.

• Resolution No. 2282 to approve the Revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan
• Proposed lottery application method for Project-Based Voucher units at Southfair Apartments
• Proposed mechanism for referrals to Redwood Crossings from homeless service providers
• Approval of October 25, 2021 draft minutes

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Resolution No. 2282 for a revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. The plan modifies subsidy standards, clarifies inspection criteria and conflicts of interest, adds a referral mechanism for Redwood Crossings, and establishes a lottery application method for Project-Based Voucher units at Southfair Apartments, effective December 1, 2021. The board also approved the October 25, 2021 draft minutes and received a program management report as information. Commissioner Nordyke was absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2282 approving the revised Section 8 Administrative Plan, effective Dec. 1, 2021
• Approved the October 25, 2021 draft minutes
• Received and filed the Program Management Report
• Approved the consent calendar as a whole by a 7-0 vote

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to review progress on 2021 policy priorities and major citywide initiatives. This discussion serves as a framework for identifying priorities for 2022 and aligning resources during the budgeting process.

• Progress report on 2021 City Council Policy Agenda
• Discussion on 2022 Council Policy Agenda priorities

The City Council met virtually for a work session to discuss the 2022 Council Policy Agenda. The only action taken was approving the meeting agenda itself. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or resolutions were voted on during the session.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will decide on accepting over $13 million in state grants for police, sheltering, and housing. The body will also hold public hearings regarding ward reapportionment and budget supplements. Additionally, Council will review updates to the Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program.

• Acceptance of $13,116,000 in state grants, including $10.5 million for sheltering and $816,000 for police body cameras
• Public hearing on three alternative ward boundary scenarios for reapportionment
• Proposed $12.3 million supplemental budget to appropriate state funds
• Agreement with City of Turner to construct a new water pump station
• Proposed 5% pay increase for Police Lieutenants and other management benefit changes

The Salem City Council approved a consent calendar including a resolution updating the Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program, authorized agreements for water monitoring and a Turner pump station, approved police management compensation changes, and reappointed a municipal judge. The council also adopted amendments to CDBG action plans, a supplemental budget appropriating $12.3M in state funds, and accepted four state grants totaling $13,116,000. A public hearing on ward boundary scenarios was scheduled.

• Approved consent calendar with items including tax incentive program update (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-44 updating Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program (9-0)
• Authorized USGS water-quality monitoring amendment in North Santiam Basin (9-0)
• Authorized IGA and PSA with City of Turner for water pump station (9-0)
• Approved police management compensation changes including 5% Lieutenant pay increase (9-0)
• Reappointed Lynda Olson as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore (9-0)
• Adopted CDBG Annual Action Plan amendments (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-45 supplemental budget of $12.3M (9-0)

City Council

City Council is considering whether to direct staff to begin outreach and engagement for a comprehensive bonding strategy for the November 2022 ballot. The proposal involves up to $300 million for General Obligation bonds to maintain and expand city infrastructure assets. The body will also discuss transferring funds for outreach and appointing a Council Steering Committee.

• Proposed General Obligation bonds up to $300 million
• Discussion of priority spending: fire trucks and apparatus, streets, bridges, sidewalks, parks, affordable housing, and IT infrastructure
• Review of DHM Research focus group results on potential bond measures
• Consideration of a $1.28 per $1,000 of property assessed value estimated FY 2022 bonded tax levy rate

The City Council held a work session to hear a resident perspective on infrastructure needs, facilitated by John Horvick of DHM Research. No formal decisions were made; the agenda was approved unanimously and the meeting adjourned at 6:01 p.m.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is discussing a recommendation to develop a ballot measure for a bond of up to $300 million for infrastructure maintenance. The body is also deciding on property tax exemptions for nonprofit affordable housing and water system improvements for Sleepy Hollow Phase I.

• Proposed bond measure of up to $300 million for infrastructure maintenance
• Property tax exemptions for 11 applications from nonprofit affordable housing owners
• Public hearing for Sleepy Hollow Phase I Water System improvements to connect homeowners to City water
• Ordinance to reduce interest rates from 9.5% to 0% for certain infrastructure assessments
• Vacation of public right-of-way at the intersection of Liberty Road S and Pembrook Street SE

The Salem City Council voted 9-0 to adopt the Finance Committee's recommendation to develop a $300 million infrastructure bond measure for the November 2022 general election, including initiating community outreach and appointing a council sub-committee. The council also approved property tax exemptions for 11 nonprofit affordable housing projects, an economic development strategy update, a FY 2022 budget transfer, and two ordinances. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted recommendation to develop $300M infrastructure bond measure for Nov 2022 ballot (9-0)
• Approved property tax exemptions for 11 nonprofit affordable housing owners (9-0)
• Approved Economic Development Strategy update (9-0)
• Authorized FY 2022 General Fund appropriation transfer (9-0)
• Approved ordinance amending interest charged for infrastructure assessments (9-0)
• Approved ordinance vacating right-of-way at Liberty Rd S and Pembrook St SE (9-0)
• Authorized IGA with Housing Authority for administrative services (9-0)
• Approved Sleepy Hollow Phase I water system improvements (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to update real estate disposition procedures and authorize a grant program for the Fairview Urban Renewal Area. The board will also consider the purchase of a property on Chemeketa Street NE for redevelopment.

• Resolution No. 21-10 URA: $600,000 for the Fairview Urban Renewal Area grant program
• Purchase and Sale Agreement for real property at 263 Chemeketa Street NE from Chassman Family Trust
• Resolution No. 21-9 URA: Update to real estate disposition procedures
• Report of administratively approved purchases from August 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency approved a $600,000 grant program for the Fairview Urban Renewal Area and authorized the purchase of property at 263 Chemeketa Street NE. The board also updated its real estate disposition procedures and approved the September minutes.

• Adopted Resolution No. 21-10 URA to implement the FURA Grant program with $600,000 in FY 21-22 funds (9-0)
• Authorized the Executive Director to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for 263 Chemeketa Street NE
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-9 URA updating real estate disposition procedures
• Approved the September 13, 2021 draft minutes
• Approved consent calendar with item 3.2b pulled (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to authorize project financing for the rehabilitation of two multi-family rental properties. The body is also considering an agreement for administrative services with the City of Salem.

• Resolution No. 2281 to close on project financing for rehabilitation of Yaquina and Southfair multi-family rental housing
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Salem for administrative, property inspection, and wage interview services for five one-year terms

The Salem Housing Authority approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Salem for administrative services and adopted a resolution authorizing the executive director to close on financing for the rehabilitation of the 94-unit Yaquina-Southfair affordable housing project. The consent calendar, including approval of the September 27, 2021 minutes, was approved unanimously. No public comment or public hearings were held.

• Approved consent calendar including September 27, 2021 minutes (8-0)
• Authorized executive director to execute IGA with City of Salem for administrative services (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2281 authorizing actions to close on financing for Yaquina-Southfair rehabilitation (8-0)

City Council

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint work session to review the Our Salem project. Staff will present a draft of the updated Salem Area Comprehensive Plan and proposed changes to the zoning map and zoning code.

• Review of the draft Salem Area Comprehensive Plan
• Proposed changes to the Comprehensive Plan Map
• Proposed changes to the zoning map
• Proposed changes to the zoning code

The Salem City Council and Planning Commission held a joint virtual work session to discuss the Our Salem project, an update on the city's planning efforts. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. The council approved the meeting agenda and a corrected zoning map attachment.

• Approved special meeting agenda (8-0)
• Approved addition of corrected Proposed Zoning Map attachment (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is deciding on financing for the Sleepy Hollow Water System integration and several property acquisitions for the Marine Drive NW project. The body is also reviewing a police hiring bonus program and modifications to 38 department fees.

• Resolution 2021-38 to obtain a $1,132,810 loan from the Safe Drinking Water Revolving Loan Fund
• Proposed $5,000 assessment per property for Sleepy Hollow Phase I Water System improvements
• Property acquisitions at 1440, 1508, and 1460 Wallace Road NW for the Marine Drive NW project
• Proposed $7,500 hiring bonus for police officer lateral transfers and difficult-to-fill positions
• Resolution 2021-39 to modify or add 38 fees for Public Works and Community Development

The Salem City Council voted 5-3 to reject a motion to reconsider its September 27, 2021 decision to establish a managed temporary camp at the 2700 Wallace Road NW parcel. The council also approved three property purchase agreements for the Marine Drive NW project, extended the emergency declaration for unsheltered residents through June 28, 2022, and approved a police hiring bonus program. Several other items were approved on the consent calendar, including a lease with The Pentacle Theatre and a loan for the Sleepy Hollow water system.

• Rejected reconsideration of managed temporary camp at 2700 Wallace Road NW (3-5)
• Approved purchase agreement for 1440 Wallace Road NW (8-0)
• Approved purchase agreement for 1508 Wallace Road NW (8-0)
• Approved purchase agreement for 1460 Wallace Road NW (8-0)
• Extended emergency declaration for unsheltered residents through June 28, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved $7,500 police officer lateral transfer hiring bonus program
• Approved lease with The Pentacle Theatre at 197 Liberty Street SE
• Adopted Resolution 2021-38 for Safe Drinking Water Revolving Fund loan for Sleepy Hollow

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to decide on several administrative and property agreements. Key items include a new labor contract and the adoption of the city's real estate disposition procedures.

• Three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME (July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2024)
• Resolution No. 2278 to adopt City of Salem real estate disposition procedures
• Resolution No. 2279 for the conveyance of Southfair Apartments and HAP contract transfer to Yaquina Southfair Housing Limited Partnership
• Resolution No. 2280 to approve consolidated operating budgets for fiscal year 2021-22
• Plan to construct 52 new units at Yaquina Hall for individuals with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness

The Salem Housing Authority approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME, adopted the City's real estate disposition procedures, authorized the sale of Southfair Apartments and transfer of its HAP contract, and adopted FY 2021-22 operating budgets. All items were approved on the consent calendar with a 7-0 vote (Commissioner Nordyke absent). No public comment or hearings were held.

• Approved consent calendar (7-0)
• Approved August 23, 2021 minutes
• Approved three-year AFSCME collective bargaining agreement (July 1, 2021–June 30, 2024)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2278 applying City real estate disposition procedures
• Approved Resolution No. 2279 authorizing Southfair Apartments sale and HAP contract transfer
• Adopted Resolution No. 2280 approving FY 2021-22 operating budgets and HUD certification

City Council

The City Council is deciding on several utility assistance programs and lease amendments. The body is also discussing the establishment of a managed temporary camp for the unhoused and a new fee for outdoor dining platforms in the Downtown Parking District.

• Transfer of $50,000 in the Airport Fund for a security system at Salem Municipal Airport
• Establishment of a managed temporary camp at 2700 Wallace Road NW
• Proposed fee for the Sidewalk Café/On-Street Platform Program
• Extension of the Emergency Utility Assistance Program through December 31, 2022
• Lease amendment to reduce square footage for the Employee Health Hub at 960 Liberty Street SE

The Salem City Council approved a substitute motion to authorize the City Manager to establish a managed temporary camp at the 2700 Wallace Road NW parcel, within the city-owned commercial retail zoned portion. The council also approved several other items, including extending the Emergency Utility Assistance Program, partnering with Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency for low-income water assistance, and creating a fee for on-street parking spaces used for outdoor dining platforms. A motion to require multifamily developments to provide emergency power supply was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Authorized managed temporary camp at 2700 Wallace Road NW (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-36 extending Emergency Utility Assistance Program (9-0)
• Authorized LIHWA Program agreement with Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency (9-0)
• Approved fee for on-street parking spaces for outdoor dining platforms (9-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance Bill No. 3-21 amending Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program (9-0)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance Bill No. 10-21 annexing 681 Rees Hill Road SE (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including airport security system transfer and lease amendments (9-0)
• Withdrew motion requiring multifamily emergency power supply

City Council

The Salem City Council is holding a virtual work session to discuss the Salem Climate Action Plan. The session is information-only, with a report summarizing the project approach, progress, and implementation strategies to meet the city's greenhouse gas reduction goals. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and public input.

• Discussion of Salem Climate Action Plan strategies and benefit-cost analyses
• Review of public comments received by 3:15 p.m. on September 20, 2021
• Virtual meeting due to COVID-19; no in-person attendance
• All wards and neighborhoods covered; all councilors participating

The City Council met virtually for a work session to discuss the Salem Climate Action Plan. The meeting was informational only; no formal decisions were made on the plan. The council approved the special meeting agenda and a late addition of the presentation slide show.

• Approved special meeting agenda (8-0, Leung absent)
• Approved adding presentation slide show to the agenda (8-0, Leung absent)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to appoint a new member to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board. The body will also receive information reports regarding site redevelopment and project funding updates.

• Appointment of Jason Staats to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Information report on UGM/Saffron Site Redevelopment including affordable housing
• Information report on $437,000 funding shift for McGilchrist Street Improvement Project design
• Information report on $150,000 reallocation to the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Strategic Project Grant program

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the August 9, 2021 draft minutes and the appointment of Jason Staats to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board. Three informational reports were received and filed, including updates on the UGM/Saffron site redevelopment, McGilchrist URA fund reallocation, and the Riverfront-Downtown strategic project grant. No public hearings or special orders of business were held.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Approved August 9, 2021 draft minutes
• Appointed Jason Staats to West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Received and filed UGM/Saffron Site Redevelopment Update
• Received and filed McGilchrist URA fund reallocation report
• Received and filed Riverfront-Downtown Strategic Project Grant Update

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on several administrative actions, including a budget increase for storm repairs and a new labor agreement. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of territory at 681 Rees Hill Road SE to develop a city park.

• Annexation and rezoning of 18.05 acres at 681 Rees Hill Road SE for a city park
• Resolution to increase General Fund expenditure by $480,000 for winter storm expenses
• Three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME (July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2024)
• Vacation of public right-of-way at Liberty Road S and Pembrook Street SE
• Intergovernmental Agreement with the DEA for narcotics task force operations

The Salem City Council approved the petitioner-initiated annexation of territory at 681 Rees Hill Road SE, including rezoning and plan designation changes, and withdrew the area from the Salem Suburban Rural Fire Protection District. The council also approved a $480,000 supplemental budget for winter storm expenses, a three-year AFSCME collective bargaining agreement, and a DEA narcotics task force agreement. Several items were approved on the consent calendar, including appointments to city boards and commissions.

• Approved annexation and rezoning at 681 Rees Hill Road SE (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-35, $480,000 supplemental budget for winter storm costs
• Approved three-year AFSCME collective bargaining agreement (2021-2024)
• Authorized DEA narcotics task force intergovernmental agreement (8-0)
• Authorized sewer/water service for property at 3480 Blossom Drive NE
• Approved appointments to Citizen Budget Committee, Community Police Review Board, Planning Commission
• Adopted updated Priority Based Budgeting result area descriptions with climate amendments
• Authorized COAR grant application for Salem Municipal Airport master plan

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the sale of surplus city property and the acceptance of a federal grant for storm recovery. The body will also receive information reports on park ranger protocols and legislative activities.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Chans LLC for surplus property at 2793-2797 12th Street SE
• FEMA Public Assistance Grant for February 2021 ice storm expenses (City expenses nearly $5 million)
• Information report on Park Ranger Enforcement Protocol
• Report on City legislative activities during the 2021 Oregon State Legislature session
• Planning Administrator decision to partition 0.34 acres into two lots at 4572 Swegle Rd NE

The Salem City Council approved the consent calendar, which included authorizing the City Manager to execute a purchase and sale agreement with Chans LLC for surplus city property at 2793-2797 12th Street SE, and to accept a FEMA Public Assistance Grant for eligible costs related to the February 2021 ice storm. The consent calendar passed unanimously (9-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only informational reports and public comment.

• Approved consent calendar (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Purchase and Sale Agreement with Chans LLC for surplus property at 2793-2797 12th Street SE
• Authorized City Manager to execute agreement with OEM to receive FEMA funds for February 2021 ice storm expenses

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to consider amendments to its Public Housing Agency and Annual Capital Fund Plans. The body will also review updates to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan.

• Resolution No. 2276: Amendments to the 2021-2025 Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan
• Resolution No. 2277: Revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan
• Addition of Emergency Housing Voucher program administration to the Section 8 plan
• New local preferences for Marion County Health and Human Services referrals and Family Unification Program Youth
• Review of the Program Management Report including portfolio occupancy and client statistics

The Salem Housing Authority approved two resolutions: amendments to the 2021-2025 Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan for HUD submission, and a revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan effective August 1, 2021. The consent calendar, including the July 26, 2021 minutes, was approved unanimously. A program management report was received and filed.

• Approved consent calendar including July 26, 2021 minutes (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2276 approving PHA Plan and Capital Fund Plan amendments for HUD submission (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2277 approving revised Section 8 Administrative Plan effective August 1, 2021 (8-0)
• Received and filed Program Management Report (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body is scheduled to review the July 26, 2021 draft minutes.

• Approval of July 26, 2021 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency held a hybrid meeting and approved the consent calendar, which included only the minutes from the July 26, 2021 meeting. No resolutions, action items, public hearings, or special orders were considered. The meeting adjourned after five minutes.

• Approved consent calendar (9-0)
• Approved July 26, 2021 draft minutes (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to decide on land sale amendments and the vacation of public rights-of-way. The body will also discuss updating council rules for virtual participation and a potential fee waiver for a community event.

• Sale of 8.24 acres at Salem Business Campus to Peninsula Truck Lines Inc., LLC for $1,064,422
• Sale of 2.53 acres at Salem Business Campus to Discount Nursery Supplies, LLC for $374,703
• Proposed waiver of a $1,150 facility use fee for the Salem Capitol Pride event at Riverfront Park Amphitheater
• Second reading of Ordinance Bill No. 8-21 to vacate an alley and right-of-way for North Salem High School tennis courts
• Second reading of Ordinance Bill No. 9-21 to vacate an easement on George Street NW for The Family Life Church

The Salem City Council approved the consent calendar, including resolutions amending system development charge project lists and council rules for virtual participation, and authorized amendments to two land sale agreements. It also approved a $1,150 facility use fee waiver for the Salem Capitol Pride event at Riverfront Park Amphitheater (8-1), and approved second readings of two ordinances vacating a portion of an alley/right-of-way and an easement. All votes were unanimous except the fee waiver, with Councilor Lewis dissenting.

• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 2021-32 (SDC project lists) and Resolution 2021-33 (virtual participation rules) (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute first amendment to Peninsula Truck Lines land sale, increasing price to $1,064,422 (consent)
• Authorized City Manager to execute third addendum to Discount Nursery Supplies land sale, increasing price to $374,703 (consent)
• Waived $1,150 facility use fee for Salem Capitol Pride event at Riverfront Park Amphitheater (8-1)
• Approved Ordinance Bill 8-21 vacating alley and unopened right-of-way for 12th Street NE (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance Bill 9-21 vacating portion of easement over George Street NW (9-0)
• Received and filed informational reports on planning administrator decisions and administrative purchases

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including updates to the Geer Park Master Plan and a management plan for Bush’s Pasture Park. The agenda also includes various intergovernmental agreements regarding mobile crisis response, traffic signal upgrades, and water projects.

• Update to the Geer Park Master Plan
• Bush’s Pasture Park and Deepwood Estate Gardens Cultural Landscape Management Plan
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County for Mobile Crisis Response Team services
• Lease of storage space in Turner, Oregon with R&K Rentals LLC
• Reappointment of Ronald Hellewell as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore

The Salem City Council approved the revised Geer Park Master Plan update, adding 40 new parking spaces including ADA spaces, by an 8-1 vote. The council also approved the Bush's Pasture Park and Deepwood Estate Gardens Cultural Landscape Management Plan, and authorized a temporary hard closure of Union and Winter Streets NE on Saturdays through October. Several intergovernmental agreements and ordinances were approved, including a mobile crisis response team agreement with Marion County and a new chapter for the Salem Revised Code governing city real estate transactions.

• Approved revised Geer Park Master Plan with 40 new parking spaces (8-1)
• Approved Bush's Pasture Park and Deepwood Estate Gardens Cultural Landscape Management Plan (9-0)
• Authorized hard closure of Union and Winter Streets NE on Saturdays through October (8-1)
• Authorized IGA with Marion County for Mobile Crisis Response Team services (9-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6-21 establishing procedures for city real estate transactions (9-0)
• Adopted Amendment #5 to 2019 Annual Action Plan for CDBG funds (9-0)
• Authorized Local Agency Agreements with ODOT for State/25th intersection, Commercial St signals, and downtown signal improvements (9-0)
• Reappointed Ronald Hellewell as Municipal Court Judge Pro Tempore (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to discuss the creation of the 'Open for Business' Grant Program. This program aims to assist businesses and property owners in the Riverfront Downtown Urban Renewal Area with improvements related to COVID-19 public health protocols.

• Proposed reallocation of $500,000 from the RDURA Capital Improvement Grant Program to the 'Open for Business' Grant Program

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a new 'Open for Business' Grant Program for the Riverfront Downtown Urban Renewal Area, reallocating $500,000 from the RDURA Capital Improvement Grant Program. The consent calendar, including approval of the June 28, 2021 draft minutes, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved new 'Open for Business' Grant Program (9-0)
• Reallocated $500,000 from RDURA Capital Improvement Grant Program (9-0)
• Approved June 28, 2021 draft minutes (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will receive a monthly update regarding its activities. This information report includes updates on voucher lease up, portfolio occupancy, and client and applicant statistics.

• Program Management Report

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the June 28, 2021 draft minutes. No other action items, resolutions, or public hearings were on the agenda. The board received and filed the Program Management Report as an information item. The meeting adjourned at 6:21 p.m.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Approved June 28, 2021 draft minutes (8-0)
• Received and filed Program Management Report

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve the operating budget and parking tax for the Downtown Parking District. The body is also considering property acquisitions, lease amendments, and a resolution regarding healthcare as a fundamental right.

• FY 2021-22 Downtown Parking Fund operating budget of $1,299,380
• Property acquisition from Dragonfist LLC at 5669 Commercial Street SE for stream restoration
• Lease expansion for Salem Cryo LLC at 365 Ferry Street SE
• Telecommunications Franchise Agreement with Hunter Communications & Technologies
• Ordinance Bill No. 7-21 to rescind the vacation of a portion of Old Strong Road SE

The Salem City Council unanimously adopted a resolution declaring healthcare a fundamental right and supporting state and federal action for universal high-quality healthcare. The council also approved the FY 2021-22 budget with a parking tax for the Downtown Parking District, and authorized several agreements including property acquisition, a lease amendment, a telecom franchise, and an ODOT traffic control center agreement. A motion to draft a fireworks ordinance was replaced by a substitute motion to schedule a future work session on the issue.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-29 for FY 2021-22 budget and Downtown Parking District parking tax
• Authorized property purchase from Dragonfist LLC at 5669 Commercial Street SE for stream restoration
• Authorized lease amendment with Salem Cryo LLC for additional space in Liberty Parkade
• Authorized telecommunications franchise agreement with Hunter Communications
• Authorized intergovernmental agreement with ODOT for Regional Traffic Control Center
• Adopted resolution declaring healthcare a fundamental right (9-0)
• Directed City Manager to schedule work session on fireworks regulation instead of drafting ordinance
• Approved Ordinance Bill No. 7-21 repealing Old Strong Road SE vacation authorization

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the adoption of the FY 2022 budget and the FY 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan. The body is also considering a $5 million state grant and a property purchase at 1185 22nd Street SE to establish a navigation center.

• Adoption of the FY 2022 City of Salem budget
• Acceptance of a $5,000,000 grant from the State of Oregon for a navigation center
• Sale of 4.65 acres at Salem Business Campus to Rick Bush for $637,406
• Public hearing for alley and right-of-way vacation at 12th Street NE with a $27,231 assessment
• Adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2022 through FY 2026

The Salem City Council adopted the FY 2022 budget and approved a $5,000,000 state grant to establish a navigation center, along with a purchase agreement for a property at 1185 22nd Street SE for that center. The council also approved several land sales, intergovernmental agreements, and appointments, and passed ordinances on real estate transactions and vacating a portion of Old Strong Road SE.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-27 for the FY 2022 City of Salem budget.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute a grant agreement with the State of Oregon to accept a $5,000,000 grant for a navigation center.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement with Nguyen Investments, LLC for property at 1185 22nd Street SE for a navigation center.
• Approved the vacation of a portion of an alley and unopened right-of-way for 12th Street NE, with conditions including an easement and a $27,231 assessment.
• Approved the vacation of a portion of an easement over previously vacated George Street NW, with a new utility easement condition and waived assessment.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute an Intergovernmental Agreement with Polk County for Mobile Crisis Response Team services.
• Approved appointments and reappointments to various city boards and commissions.
• Passed Ordinance Bill No. 7-21, repealing Ordinance No. 7-10 and rescinding authorization to vacate a portion of Old Strong Road SE.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to adopt the FY 2022 budget and review grant exceptions for two development projects. The body is also considering appointments to advisory boards and receiving a report on a sewer line replacement.

• Adoption of the FY 2022 Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Salem budget
• Proposed $749,999 grant for mixed-use housing by DD Salem Center Two, LLC at 420 Center Street
• Proposed $749,999 grant for a 129-room hotel by Salem Opportunity, LLC at 195-197 Commercial Street SE
• Appointments to the Downtown Advisory Board and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Information report on the 2640 Portland Road Sewer Line Replacement

The Urban Renewal Agency approved two exceptions to the maximum grant amount for the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Capital Improvement Grant Program, each for $749,999. One grant supports a mixed-use housing project by DD Salem Center Two, LLC at 420 Center Street (former Nordstrom Building), and the other supports a 129-room hotel by Salem Opportunity, LLC at 195-197 Commercial Street SE. Both motions passed 7-0 with two members absent. The agency also approved the FY 2022 budget and appointments to advisory boards.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-8 URA adopting the FY 2022 Urban Renewal Agency budget
• Approved $749,999 grant exception for DD Salem Center Two, LLC housing project at 420 Center Street
• Approved $749,999 grant exception for Salem Opportunity, LLC hotel at 195-197 Commercial Street SE
• Approved appointments and reappointments to Downtown Advisory Board and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Approved June 14, 2021 draft minutes

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting virtually to conduct routine business. The body will review a monthly program management report and consider the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approval of May 24 Draft Salem Housing Authority Minutes
• Review of Salem Housing Authority Monthly Program Management Report including voucher lease up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem met virtually on June 28, 2021, with six commissioners present and two absent. The board approved the consent calendar, which included the May 24 draft minutes, and received and filed the monthly program management report. No other action items, resolutions, or public hearings were on the agenda.

• Approved the consent calendar, including the May 24 draft minutes (item 21-288).
• Received and filed the monthly program management report (item 21-258).

City Council

The City Council is holding a virtual work session to discuss solid waste management. This session is for information only and covers all wards and neighborhoods.

• Review of 2019 DEQ Material Recovery and Waste Generation Summary
• Discussion of Recycle Right Mixed Recycling Guide and Curbside Recycling Poster
• Review of current solid waste rates per Resolution 2019-82 Exhibit B

The City Council held a work session to discuss solid waste recycling and collection, with a staff presentation by Franchise Administrator Ryan Zink and questions from several councilors. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only.

• Held work session on solid waste management (no vote)
• Received staff presentation on recycling and collection

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding House Bill 2001. The discussion focuses on information about new laws intended to encourage middle housing options through zone code amendments and incentives.

• Preview of upcoming Zone Code Amendment
• Discussion of incentives for middle housing per House Bill 2001

The City Council held a work session to preview upcoming zone code amendments and incentives for middle housing, as required by House Bill 2001. Staff presented a draft report and guidelines, followed by questions and comments from councilors. No formal decisions were made during this session.

• No formal decisions were made; the item was a discussion only.

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is holding a public hearing regarding the FY 2022 budget. Staff are recommended to return on June 28, 2021, with a resolution to adopt the Budget Committee's recommendations.

• Public hearing on the FY 2022 Salem Urban Renewal Agency budget
• Review of administratively approved purchases from April 1, 2021, through April 30, 2021
• Approval of May 10, 2021 draft minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency held a public hearing on the recommended FY 2022 budget, with no public testimony. The board voted unanimously to direct staff to return on June 28, 2021, with a resolution to adopt the Budget Committee's recommended budget. The consent calendar was approved, including the May 10, 2021 minutes. An informational report on administrative purchases was received and filed.

• Approved consent calendar, including May 10, 2021 minutes (9-0)
• Directed staff to return June 28, 2021 with resolution to adopt FY 2022 budget (9-0)
• Received and filed informational report on April 2021 administrative purchases

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the FY 2022 budget and the Master Fee Schedule. The body will also consider several property leases, intergovernmental agreements, and a supplemental budget for winter storm expenses.

• Public hearing on the FY 2022 City of Salem budget
• Proposed FY 2022 Master Fee Schedule
• General Fund Supplemental Budget increase of $450,000 for winter storm expenses
• Retail lease with Allelu Beauty LLC for 195 Liberty Street SE
• Farm lease with Weeks Berry Nursery, Inc. for 611 Bowden Lane North and 5915 Windsor Island Road North

The Council directed staff to return on June 28, 2021 with a resolution to adopt the Budget Committee recommended FY 2022 City of Salem budget. It also adopted resolutions for the FY 2022 Master Fee Schedule, a supplemental budget for winter storm expenses, and other routine items. The farm lease with Weeks Berry Nursery was approved after being pulled from the consent calendar.

• Approved consent calendar, including minutes, FY 2022 Master Fee Schedule, and property dedication.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-26, supplemental budget of $450,000 for winter storm expenses.
• Authorized lease with Allelu Beauty LLC for retail space at 195 Liberty Street SE.
• Authorized water service connection for property at 4929 Auburn Road NE, conditioned on annexation.
• Authorized IGA with Marion County for dispatch services for 2021 St. Paul Rodeo.
• Approved quitclaim deed to Pioneer Alley, LLC for alley portion abutting Pioneer Cemetery.
• Authorized IGA with Salem Area Mass Transit District for police services.
• Approved farm lease with Weeks Berry Nursery, Inc. for city-owned property.

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting virtually to conduct routine business. The body will review a monthly program management report and approve minutes from the April 26, 2021 meeting.

• Approval of April 26, 2021 draft minutes
• Review of Monthly Program Management Report including Voucher Lease Up, Portfolio Occupancy, and Client Statistics

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the April 26, 2021 draft minutes. No other action items, resolutions, or public hearings were on the agenda. The board received and filed the monthly program management report as an informational item.

• Approved consent calendar (7-0, Leung absent)
• Approved April 26, 2021 draft minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding public right-of-way property dedications and the adoption of the 2021 Geer Park Master Plan. Additionally, the council is reviewing an extension of the COVID-19 emergency declaration through December 13, 2021.

• Resolution for property dedication on Lansing Avenue NE and Silverton Road NE
• Resolution for 30-foot land strip dedication at Fairview Park for Lindburg Road SE
• Adoption of the 2021 Geer Park Master Plan
• Sale of surplus City real property on Market Street NE to United Way
• Extension of the COVID-19 emergency declaration until December 13, 2021

The Salem City Council voted 8-0 to extend the COVID-19 emergency declaration until December 13, 2021, and rescind the allowance for unmanaged camping in Cascades Gateway and Wallace Marine parks. The council also approved the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funding, authorized a CM/GC contracting method for the Geren Island water treatment plant filter reconstruction, and approved two annexations. The Geer Park Master Plan was sent back to staff for further work after a motion to adopt it failed.

• Extended COVID-19 emergency declaration to Dec 13, 2021, and rescinded unmanaged camping allowance in two parks (8-0)
• Adopted 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funding (8-0)
• Approved exemption from competitive bidding and CM/GC contracting for Geren Island Filter No. 2 project (8-0)
• Approved sale of surplus property at 4396-4480 Market St NE to United Way (8-0)
• Authorized contract with employee-owned Northwest Rock Inc. for street services (8-0)
• Approved Sidewalk Cafe/On-Street Platform Program (7-0, 1 recused)
• Approved annexation at 2527/2547 Robins Lane SE (8-0)
• Approved annexation at 3880 Croisan Creek Road S (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a virtual work session to discuss initiatives to reduce homelessness and increase sheltering. This item is listed for information only.

• Discussion of initiatives to reduce homelessness and increase sheltering

The City Council held a work session on homelessness and sheltering, receiving updates from the Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance and city staff. No formal decisions were made; the session was informational only.

City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss a supplemental budget for ice storm recovery and the adoption of the Woodmansee Park 2021 Master Plan Update. The body will also consider two annexation ordinances and the selection of a financial auditor.

• Resolution 2021-16: $1,400,000 General Fund increase for ice storm expenses
• Ordinance Bill No. 4-21: Annexation of 47.23-acre property at 2527 and 2547 Robins Lane SE
• Ordinance Bill No. 5-21: Annexation of 2.65-acre property at 3880 Croisan Creek Road South
• Contract award for financial auditing services to Grove, Mueller & Swank, P.C.
• Adoption of the Woodmansee Park 2021 Master Plan Update

The Salem City Council approved a $1.4 million supplemental budget for unanticipated ice storm expenses, adopted several right-of-way dedications, and approved the Woodmansee Park Master Plan update. The council also directed the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to develop recommendations for park event permitting, and held first readings on two annexation ordinances.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-16, $1.4M supplemental budget for ice storm (9-0)
• Adopted Woodmansee Park 2021 Master Plan Update (consent)
• Awarded audit contract to Grove, Mueller & Swank, P.C. (consent)
• Adopted Resolutions 2021-13, 2021-14, 2021-15 dedicating right-of-way (consent)
• Directed Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to develop park usage/permitting recommendations (9-0)
• Held first reading of Ordinance Bill 4-21, annexation at 2527/2547 Robins Lane SE (8-1)
• Held first reading of Ordinance Bill 5-21, annexation at 3880 Croisan Creek Road S (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to review agency minutes and a funding reallocation. The board will consider moving funds within the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Area.

• Proposed $100,000 reallocation from the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Area (RDURA) Capital Improvement Grant Program to the Strategic Grant Program

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a $100,000 reallocation from the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Area (RDURA) Capital Improvement Grant Program to the Strategic Grant Program. The consent calendar, including the April 26, 2021 draft minutes, was approved unanimously (8-0). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $100,000 reallocation from RDURA Capital Improvement Grant Program to Strategic Grant Program (8-0)
• Approved April 26, 2021 draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will review several information reports regarding program and project management. These reports include updates on voucher lease up, portfolio occupancy, client statistics, and applicant statistics.

• Program Management Report
• Project Management Report: Voucher Lease Up
• Project Management Report: Portfolio Occupancy
• Project Management Report: Client Statistics
• Project Management Report: Applicant Statistics

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the March 22, 2021 draft minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also received and filed an informational Program Management Report. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Approved March 22, 2021 draft minutes
• Received and filed Program Management Report

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the annexation of territories at Robins Lane SE and Croisan Creek Road South. The body is also considering a ten-year property tax exemption for a 23-unit apartment project. Additionally, the council will discuss youth jobs and temporary street closures.

• Ten-year property tax exemption for 23-unit apartment development at 990 Broadway Street NE
• Annexation of territory at 2527 and 2547 Robins Lane SE, including a $15,000 grant to the Salem City Tree Fund
• Annexation of territory at 3880 Croisan Creek Road South and City Owned Lands
• Appointment of Councilor Trevor Phillips as Chair of the Mid-Willamette Valley Cable Regulatory Commission
• Proposed temporary Saturday street closures of Union Street and Winter Street from May through October

The Salem City Council approved two petitioner-initiated annexations (Robins Lane SE and Croisan Creek Road S), adopted a resolution granting 990 Broadway LLC a ten-year property tax exemption for a 23-unit apartment development, and directed staff to study expanding the CAREcorps youth jobs program and a temporary street closure for the Saturday Market. All votes were unanimous except the tax exemption, which passed 8-1 with Councilor Leung dissenting.

• Approved annexation at 2527/2547 Robins Lane SE with conditions (9-0)
• Approved annexation at 3880 Croisan Creek Road S (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-12 granting 10-year tax exemption to 990 Broadway LLC (8-1)
• Directed staff to report on expanding CAREcorps youth jobs program (9-0)
• Directed staff to study closing Union/Winter Streets on Saturdays May-Oct (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and appointments (9-0)
• Appointed Councilor Trevor Phillips as Chair of Mid-Willamette Valley Cable Regulatory Commission

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to appoint members to three redevelopment advisory boards and ratify agreements for the Jory Apartments. The body will also review administrative purchase reports from February and March 2021.

• Ratification of Affordable Housing Agreement, Collateral Assignment, and Subordination Agreement with MWIC Jory Salem, LLC and Washington Federal Bank
• Appointments and reappointments to the Downtown, North Gateway, and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Boards
• Review of administrative purchases from February 1, 2021 through February 28, 2021
• Review of administrative purchases from March 1, 2021 through March 31, 2021

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included ratifying the Executive Director's execution of the Jory Apartments Affordable Housing Agreement, Collateral Assignment, and Subordination Agreement with MWIC Jory Salem, LLC and Washington Federal Bank. The board also made appointments and reappointments to three advisory boards. No public comment or hearings were held.

• Approved consent calendar (9-0)
• Approved March 8, 2021 draft minutes
• Reappointed Tyson Giza to Downtown Advisory Board (term expiring Dec 31, 2023)
• Reappointed Mark Adams, Mike Alley, and Mike White to North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board (terms expiring Dec 31, 2023)
• Appointed Sean Enbom to West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board (term expiring June 30, 2023)
• Ratified Jory Apartments Affordable Housing Agreement, Collateral Assignment, and Subordination Agreement with MWIC Jory Salem, LLC and Washington Federal Bank

City Council

The City Council is conducting a virtual work session to discuss long-term planning for the Salem Municipal Airport. The discussion focuses on economic development and infrastructure improvements.

• Discussion of Salem Municipal Airport Economic Development and Infrastructure Improvements

The City Council held a work session on long-term airport planning, receiving a presentation on the Salem Municipal Airport Economic Development and Infrastructure Improvements strategic business plan. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only.

• No formal decisions made; work session only

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure project requests including water and sewer extensions. The agenda also includes decisions on road speed limit adjustments and a salary range increase for Police Sergeants.

• Speed limit changes for 17th Street SE and 45th Street NE
• Donation of a van for Senior Outreach Services
• Design activities for Turner Water Pump Station
• Design activities for Geren Island Water Treatment Facility
• Police Sergeant salary range adjustment to $8,658.00 - $9,744.80

The Salem City Council voted to reject ODOT's recommendation to raise the speed limit on 17th Street SE from 25 to 30 mph, and to appeal ODOT's decision to keep 30 mph on 17th Street NE, recommending 25 mph instead. They also concurred with reducing the speed limit on 45th Street NE from 35 to 30 mph. The council approved a 5% salary increase for police sergeants, accepted a donated van for senior services, and authorized several water and sewer project design activities.

• Rejected ODOT speed increase on 17th St SE (8-0, 1 excused)
• Directed staff to appeal ODOT's 30 mph on 17th St NE, recommending 25 mph (8-0, 1 excused)
• Concurred with reducing 45th St NE speed limit to 30 mph (8-0, 1 excused)
• Approved 5% salary range increase for Police Sergeant, retroactive to July 1, 2020 (consent)
• Accepted donation of van from Friends of Center 50+ (consent)
• Authorized design activities for Turner Water Pump Station (consent)
• Authorized design activities for Geren Island Filter No. 2 Reconstruction (consent)
• Approved positions on 2021 Oregon legislative bills (7-2)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering a resolution to apply for up to $100,000 in HOME Investment Partnership Program funding for the Sequoia Crossings project. The body will also review proposed amendments to its 2020-21 Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan.

• Resolution No. 2275: Application for up to $100,000 via the City of Salem HOME Investment Partnership Program for Sequoia Crossings
• Resolution No. 2273: Amendments to the 2020-21 Public Housing Authority Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan
• Program Management Report including Voucher Lease Up, Portfolio Occupancy, and Client Statistics

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Resolution No. 2275 to apply for and accept up to $100,000 in HOME funds for the Sequoia Crossings affordable housing project, and Resolution No. 2273 to amend its 2020-21 Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan for HUD submission. The board also approved the March 8, 2021 draft minutes and received a program management report. All votes were unanimous (7-0) with one commissioner absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2275 authorizing HOME grant application for up to $100,000 for Sequoia Crossings (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2273 approving amendments to 2020-21 Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan (7-0)
• Approved March 8, 2021 draft minutes (7-0)
• Received and filed Program Management Report (7-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting virtually to discuss emergency declarations for unsheltered residents and various city ordinances. The body will consider a managed outdoor camp at 2640 Portland Road, NE and updates to floodplain and wastewater regulations.

• Proposed managed outdoor camp for unsheltered residents at 2640 Portland Road, NE
• Purchase of real property at 1370 Wallace Road NW for Marine Drive NW alignment
• Ordinance Bill No. 1-21 to amend the Floodplain Overlay Zone (Chapter 601)
• Resolution to provide three free hours of parking at the main library parkade
• Extension of Emergency Utility Assistance Program through December 31, 2021

The Salem City Council approved a resolution to amend the emergency declaration related to unsheltered residents, allowing a limited, managed outdoor camp at city-owned property at 2640 Portland Road NE. The council also adopted a floodplain ordinance to improve FEMA rating, approved a property purchase for the Marine Drive NW alignment, and extended emergency utility assistance. All votes were 8-0 with one councilor absent.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-11 allowing managed outdoor camp at 2640 Portland Rd NE (8-0)
• Enacted Ordinance Bill 1-21 amending Floodplain Overlay Zone for FEMA rating (8-0)
• Authorized property purchase agreement for Marine Drive NW alignment at 1370 Wallace Rd NW (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-7 for free 3-hour parking at Library Parkade (8-0)
• Extended Emergency Utility Assistance Program to Dec 31, 2021 (8-0)
• Approved lease amendment waiving rent for Capital Community Television through July 2022 (8-0)
• Approved appointments to multiple city boards and commissions (8-0)
• Approved city positions on 2021 Oregon legislative bills (8-0)

City Council

The City Council and Community Engagement Audit Steering Committee are holding a joint work session. The body will discuss findings and recommendations from an independent assessment of the Salem Police Department’s policies, procedures, and operations.

• Discussion of Hillard Heintze Report regarding Salem Police Department performance audit

The City Council held a joint work session with the Community Engagement Audit Steering Committee to discuss the independent performance audit of the Salem Police Department. The audit findings and recommendations were presented by consultants from Hillard Heintze, and the informational report was received and filed. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only.

• Received and filed the informational report on the Independent Assessment of the Salem Police Department's Policies, Procedures and Operations (Performance Audit).

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting virtually to approve the February 8, 2021, meeting minutes. The board will also receive an information report regarding purchases approved administratively from January 1 through January 31, 2021.

• Approval of February 8, 2021 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes
• Information report on administratively approved purchases from January 1, 2021 through January 31, 2021

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the February 8, 2021 draft minutes. No resolutions or action items were considered, and no public hearings were held. An informational report on administrative purchases from January 2021 was received and filed.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Approved February 8, 2021 draft minutes (part of consent calendar)

City Council

The City Council is meeting virtually to discuss the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan and the Our Salem Vision. The body is also deciding on speed limit changes for 17th Street and 45th Street and various funding agreements.

• Acceptance of $20 million in State of Oregon bonds for a replacement sand filter at Geren Island Water Treatment Plant
• Transfer of $200,000 in the General Fund for security and cleaning in City parkades
• Proposed speed limit reduction on 45th Street NE from 35 mph to 30 mph
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Sage Properties, LLC for real property acquisition
• Adoption of the City of Salem Strategic Plan Update for 2021-2026

The Salem City Council approved the Our Salem Vision plan and formed a subcommittee to recommend zoning changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Council also adopted the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan Update and authorized the City Manager to accept a $20 million state funding agreement for a replacement sand filter at the Geren Island Water Treatment Plant. A decision on speed limits for 17th and 45th Streets NE was tabled for further review.

• Approved the Our Salem Vision and formed a subcommittee to recommend six zoning changes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• Adopted the City of Salem Strategic Plan Update for 2021-2026.
• Authorized the City Manager to accept a $20 million state funding agreement for the Geren Island Water Treatment Plant filter replacement.
• Approved a $200,000 General Fund transfer for temporary security and cleaning in City parkades.
• Approved the City's positions on priority bills for the 2021 Oregon Legislative Session.
• Disapproved a request to waive parking permit fees for YMCA construction activities.
• Tabled a decision on ODOT speed studies for 17th and 45th Streets NE.
• Approved the consent calendar, including the dedication of right-of-way along Market Street NE and Swegle Road NE.

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to discuss the administration of a landlord compensation fund and funding for a new housing project. The body will consider an agreement with the State of Oregon and a resolution to seek funding for affordable housing units.

• Intergovernmental Agreement with Oregon Housing and Community Services to administer a landlord compensation fund program
• Resolution No. 2274 to apply for public and private funding for the Sequoia Crossing affordable housing project (approximately 60 units)

The Housing Authority approved an intergovernmental agreement with Oregon Housing and Community Services to administer a landlord compensation fund program. It also adopted Resolution No. 2274 authorizing the Executive Director to apply for funding for the Sequoia Crossings affordable housing project, which would develop approximately 60 units. Both actions passed 7-0 with Commissioner Nordyke absent. The consent calendar was approved, including the February 22, 2021 minutes.

• Approved the February 22, 2021 draft minutes.
• Approved the consent calendar with items 3.2a and 3.3a pulled for discussion.
• Authorized the Executive Director to execute the Intergovernmental Agreement with Oregon Housing and Community Services for the Landlord Compensation Fund Program.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2274 authorizing application for funding for the Sequoia Crossings affordable housing project (approximately 60 units).

City Council

The City Council will address several items including a request to ratify an emergency order following a February 13 storm event. The agenda also includes discussions on library parking policies, bond refundings, and the 'Our Salem Vision' plan.

• Dedication of property as public right-of-way at 12th Street SE and Fairview Avenue SE
• Resolution authorizing general obligation bond refundings for 2012 and 2013 Streets and Bridges bonds
• Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County for the ORMAP project
• Five-year waiver of the Salem Municipal Airport Site Development Fee
• Ratification of the City Manager's Emergency Order regarding the February 13, 2021 storm

The Salem City Council approved several items, including authorizing the refunding of 2012 and 2013 Streets and Bridges general obligation bonds, waiving the Salem Municipal Airport Site Development Fee for five years, and advancing a floodplain overlay zone ordinance to second reading. The council also ratified the City Manager's emergency order related to the February 13 storm and approved positions on state legislative bills.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-5 authorizing general obligation refunding bonds (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to waive Airport Site Development Fee for five years, effective March 1, 2021 (9-0)
• Conducted first reading of Ordinance Bill No. 1-21 amending Floodplain Overlay Zone, advanced to second reading (9-0)
• Ratified City Manager's Emergency Order for February 13 storm event (9-0)
• Approved positions on 2021 Oregon legislative bills (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including dedication of right-of-way at 12th and Fairview (9-0)
• Directed staff to prepare resolution for free first three hours at Main Library Parkade (9-0)
• Approved Intergovernmental Agreement with Marion County for ORMAP survey data (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting virtually to review administrative reports. The body will consider the approval of minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting and receive information regarding housing programs.

• Approval of February 8, 2021 draft minutes
• Program Management Report
• Project Management Report
• Voucher Lease Up report
• Portfolio Occupancy and Client Statistics

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included only the minutes from the February 8, 2021 meeting. No other action items, resolutions, or public hearings were on the agenda. The meeting adjourned at 6:18 p.m.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Approved February 8, 2021 draft minutes (as part of consent calendar)

City Council

The City Council is conducting a virtual work session to discuss long-term planning for the Salem Municipal Airport. The discussion focuses on economic development and infrastructure improvements.

• Discussion of Salem Municipal Airport Economic Development and Infrastructure Improvements
• Review of Salem Airport Strategic Business Plan 2019

City Council

The City Council is meeting virtually to decide on several action items, including a transportation planning agreement with Marion County and retail lease modifications due to Covid-19. The body will also review positions on 2021 Oregon Legislative Session bills and ratify a land sale amendment.

• Intergovernmental agreement with Marion County for the Cordon/Kuebler Corridor Study
• Modification of retail leases between the City and lessees due to Covid-19
• Purchase and Sale Agreement amendment with HD Fowler Co., Inc. for six acres at Salem Business Campus
• Subordination of a federal HOME loan for property at 930 Imperial Drive NE
• Approval of City positions on 2021 Oregon Legislative Session bills

The Salem City Council approved several items, including a transportation planning study for the Cordon/Kuebler Corridor, retail lease modifications due to COVID-19, and a proclamation for Black History Month. All votes were unanimous (9-0). The council also ratified a land sale amendment and approved a position on a state water bill.

• Approved Cordon/Kuebler Corridor Study with Marion County (9-0)
• Authorized retail lease modifications due to COVID-19 (9-0)
• Ratified HD Fowler land sale agreement amendment (9-0)
• Authorized subordination of federal HOME loan for 930 Imperial Drive NE (9-0)
• Approved position on House Bill 3103 (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar with item 3.3b pulled (9-0)
• Approved January 25, 2021 minutes (9-0)
• Received and filed 2021 committee assignments and information reports

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting virtually to review agency business. The board is considering a resolution to update the boundary and legal description for the Jory Apartments TIF District Plan.

• Resolution No. 21-7 URA: Minor amendment to the Jory Apartments TIF District Plan boundary and legal description

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a consent calendar that included the January 25, 2021 draft minutes and Resolution No. 21-7 URA, a minor amendment to the Jory Apartments TIF District Plan updating the district boundary map and legal description. The vote was unanimous (9-0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 25, 2021 draft minutes (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-7 URA, minor amendment to Jory Apartments TIF District Plan (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to elect a Vice Chair and review previous minutes. The body is considering a resolution to approve the disposition of land for the development of affordable housing.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Resolution No. 2272: Disposition of land at 3112-3120 Broadway Ave NE for affordable housing named Sequoia Crossings

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including a bridge plowing agreement with ODOT and a grant application for the Pringle Creek Path. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding racism and public health, as well as a memorandum of understanding with the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians of Oregon.

• Agreement with ODOT to plow and sand Center and Marion Street Bridges
• Grant application for Pringle Creek Path construction connecting Commercial Street SE to Riverfront Park
• Resolution condemning racism and white supremacy
• Resolution affirming racism as a public health crisis
• Memorandum of Understanding with the Confederated Tribes of the Siletz Indians of Oregon

The Salem City Council approved two resolutions: one condemning racism and white supremacy (Resolution No. 2021-2) and one affirming racism as a public health crisis (Resolution No. 21-3), both by 8-0 votes. The council also authorized the City Manager to execute an intergovernmental agreement with ODOT for winter plowing of Center and Marion Street bridges, approved a grant application for the Pringle Creek Path, ratified an agreement for personal protective equipment, and approved the city's positions on 2021 Oregon legislative bills. A memorandum of understanding with the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians was approved as part of the consent calendar.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-2 condemning racism and white supremacy (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 21-3 affirming racism as a public health crisis (8-0)
• Authorized IGA with ODOT for plowing/sanding Center and Marion Street bridges (6-0, 1 recused)
• Authorized grant application for Pringle Creek Path connecting to Riverfront Park (6-0, 1 recused)
• Ratified IGA with Oregon Business Development Department for PPE (6-0, 1 recused)
• Approved city positions on 2021 Oregon legislative bills (6-1, 2 absent)
• Approved MOU with Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians (consent calendar)
• Approved minutes of Jan 11 and Jan 19 meetings (consent calendar)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will conduct a virtual meeting to review various administrative updates. The agenda includes information reports regarding voucher lease up, portfolio occupancy, and client and applicant statistics.

• Program Management Report
• Project Management Report: Voucher Lease Up
• Portfolio Occupancy report
• Client Statistics report
• Applicant Statistics report

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to authorize several short-term bonds to fund projects across various urban renewal areas. The body is also reviewing the FY 2019-20 Financial Report for submission to the City Council.

• Resolution 21-2 URA: Short-term bond up to $500,000 for Mill Creek Industrial Park
• Resolution 21-3 URA: Short-term bond up to $4,500,000 for North Gateway
• Resolution 21-4 URA: Short-term bond up to $6,000,000 for Riverfront-Downtown
• Resolution 21-5 URA: Short-term bond up to $500,000 for South Waterfront
• Resolution 21-6 URA: Short-term bond up to $2,000,000 for West Salem

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included adopting six resolutions authorizing short-term borrowing totaling up to $13.4 million for urban renewal projects in the McGilchrist, Mill Creek Industrial Park, North Gateway, Riverfront-Downtown, South Waterfront, and West Salem areas. The board also approved the minutes from January 11, 2021, and approved forwarding the FY 2019-20 financial report to City Council. All votes were 8-0, with one member absent.

• Approved consent calendar (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 21-1 URA: $900,000 short-term bond for McGilchrist Urban Renewal Area
• Adopted Resolution 21-2 URA: $500,000 short-term bond for Mill Creek Industrial Park Urban Renewal Area
• Adopted Resolution 21-3 URA: $4,500,000 short-term bond for North Gateway Urban Renewal Area
• Adopted Resolution 21-4 URA: $6,000,000 short-term bond for Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Area
• Adopted Resolution 21-5 URA: $500,000 short-term bond for South Waterfront Urban Renewal Area
• Adopted Resolution 21-6 URA: $2,000,000 short-term bond for West Salem Urban Renewal Area
• Approved FY 2019-20 Urban Renewal Agency Financial Report and forwarded to City Council

City Council

The City Council is holding a virtual work session to review the draft Strategic Plan and Policy Agenda. The discussion includes key questions and activities for the first year of the plan update.

• Review of Strategic Plan Draft and Policy Agenda
• Draft Resolution Denouncing White Supremacy and Acts of Racism
• Draft Resolution Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis

The City Council held a work session to review the draft Strategic Plan and Policy Agenda, with discussion facilitated by Moss Adams. No formal decisions, votes, or resolutions were made during the meeting; it was information-only. The meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.

• No formal decisions made; item 2.a was information only

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting virtually to review agency business. The board is considering an amendment to a development agreement with Salem LTC Properties, LLC.

• Fifth Amendment to the Development Agreement with Salem LTC Properties, LLC

City Council

The City Council will administer oaths of office to four councilors and the mayor. The body will also consider motions regarding community inclusion and declaring racism a public health crisis.

• Dedication of City property as public right-of-way along Park Avenue NE between D Street NE and Tess Avenue NE
• Amendment to Parks, Transportation, and Wastewater System Development Charge Eligible Project Lists
• Addendum to purchase and sale agreement with Tim Bush for 3 acres at the Salem Business Campus
• Motion from Mayor Bennett regarding Community Inclusion
• Motion from Councilor Jackie Leung regarding declaring racism as a public health crisis

The Salem City Council voted 9-0 to direct staff to prepare a resolution declaring racism as a public health crisis for the January 25, 2021 meeting. Council also approved, 9-0, a motion requesting a Human Rights Commission report on promoting diversity, amended to include a statement condemning institutional racism and white supremacy. The consent calendar was approved, including a land dedication and an addendum extending a property sale closing to June 1, 2021.

• Directed staff to prepare a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis (9-0)
• Requested Human Rights Commission report on diversity, amended to condemn institutional racism and white supremacy (9-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 2020-55 dedicating Park Ave NE right-of-way
• Adopted Resolution 2021-1 amending system development charge eligible project lists
• Authorized City Manager to execute addendum extending Tim Bush property sale closing to June 1, 2021
• Re-elected Councilor Hoy as Council President by acclamation
• Approved agenda additions for racism resolution and protest strategy items (9-0)
• Received and filed informational reports, including protest strategy update