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Salem public meetings in 2022

63 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

URA to approve minor amendments to six urban renewal area plans

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider adopting seven resolutions that make minor amendments to the Fairview, McGilchrist, Mill Creek Industrial Park, North Gateway, Riverfront-Downtown, South Waterfront, and West Salem urban renewal plans. The amendments delete major amendments, clarify language, and correct scrivener's errors. The board will also vote on a resolution to transfer fiscal year 2023 appropriations to the Gain/Loss Reserve Fund to reimburse the Salem Convention Center for an operating loss incurred during the pandemic.

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✓ Decided: Urban Renewal Agency approves plan amendments and budget transfer

The Urban Renewal Agency approved minor amendments to several Urban Renewal Area Plans to delete major amendments and correct errors. The board also authorized a transfer of fiscal year 2023 appropriations to the Gain / Loss Reserve Fund.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Stapleton, seconded by Board Member Leung to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Board Member Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority to receive monthly program update, no major decisions expected

The Salem Housing Authority will meet virtually to receive a monthly project management report covering voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics. No public hearings or action items are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority of the City of Salem approves November meeting minutes

The Commission approved the draft minutes from the November 14, 2022 meeting. No other substantive actions, resolutions, or public hearings took place during the session.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Phillips, seconded by Commissioner Leung to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Vice Chair Phillips. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea · Stapleton yea
Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to authorize up to $300M in bonds for infrastructure improvements

The City Council will vote on authorizing the sale of up to $300 million in general obligation bonds for capital projects including fire equipment, streets, sidewalks, parks, and land for a future fire station and library. Other actions include acquiring property for the Shelton Ditch flood relief project, amending a West Salem urban renewal plan, and approving a ground lease amendment at the airport. The council will also consider a new pay grade for Deputy City Manager and applications for federal hazard mitigation grants.

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✓ Decided: City Council authorizes up to $300M in General Obligation Bonds

The City Council approved the sale of general obligation bonds for community improvements and established a new pay grade for the Deputy City Manager. The council also approved two property annexations and authorized funding for the Point in Time Count.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the additons/revisions to the agenda. The revisions were as follows: - Reordered item 6.c, Salem Police Department…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.3b by Councilor Nordyke. Questions or Comments by: Councilors…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Mayor Hoy that the City create the Lisa Letney Award, to honor those who volunteer to serve Salem's unsheltered and others at risk of becoming…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to approve a new pay grade added to the Executive Management Pay plan, with an estimated range of $12,759 - $20,429 per month…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on extending unsheltered emergency declaration through 2023

The City Council will consider extending the emergency declaration for unsheltered residents through December 31, 2023, and hold a continued public hearing on vacating Cross Street SE west of 20th Street SE. First readings will be held for two annexations: 3821 Ibex Street NE for Fisher Road Park expansion and 3880 Mahrt Avenue SE for commercial zoning. A second reading will finalize annexation of 5536 Skyline Road S for multi-family residential zoning.

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✓ Decided: City Council extends emergency declaration for unsheltered residents

The City Council extended the emergency declaration regarding unsheltered residents through December 31, 2023. The Council also approved the vacation of a portion of Cross Street SE and adopted an ordinance for the annexation of property on Skyline Road S.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Nishioka, seconded by Councilor Nordyke to approve the vacation of Cross Street SE as shown in the staff report and waive the assessment of special benefit with the…
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Nishioka yea · Leung nay · Varney nay · Gonzalez absent
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Nov 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Agency to vote on $500K grant exception for Whitlock's Building rehab

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving a $500,000 grant exception to the $300,000 maximum for rehabilitating the former Whitlock's Building at 455 Court Street NE into mixed-use rental housing. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Agency approves grant exception for mixed-use building at 455 Court Street NE

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

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Stapleton, seconded by Board Member Nishioka to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
Mon Nov 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on fire grant, annexations, and mural code changes

The City Council will consider several items including a grant application for fire service staffing, two annexations, and a potential amendment to the public mural code. The meeting also includes proclamations, a public hearing on an alternative contracting method for audio-visual services, and information reports on library strategy and neighborhood association mergers.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves multiple land annexations and updates development code

The City Council approved the annexation of three territories and advanced a fourth to second reading. The Council also adopted updates to the Unified Development Code and authorized a grant for the Salem Fire Department.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Nishioka to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Varney to allow an exemption from the competitive bidding process and use of a Design Build (DB) contracting method for an Audio Video…
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
A motion was made by Councilor Gonzalez, seconded by Councilor Varney to adopt Order No. 2022-18 ANX determining that the proposal meets the applicable criteria, applying City zoning for the…
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
A motion was made by Councilor Nishioka, seconded by Councilor Nordyke to adopt Order No. 2022-17 determining that the proposal meets the applicable criteria, applying City zoning for the territory…
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
A motion was made by Councilor Nishioka, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to direct staff to determine whether amendments to the Salem Revised Code are necessary to allow public murals on structures…
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
A motion was made by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Councilor Nishioka to advance Ordinance Bill No. 24-22 approving annexation, changing the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan map designation, applying…
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
Ordinance Bill 23.22 was adopted by by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
Ordinance Bill 22-22 was adopted by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Phillips absent
Mon Nov 21, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council reviews 2022 policy progress, considers 2023 priorities

The City Council will receive a progress report on its 2022 Policy Agenda, including findings from the Community Satisfaction Survey, and begin discussing priorities for the 2023 Policy Agenda. This is a work session for information and discussion only; no final decisions will be made. Staff will return with formal proposals in January 2023.

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✓ Decided: City Council reviews 2022 Policy Agenda progress and community survey

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

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on fire department ambulance fee changes, EV charging grant

The City Council will consider modifying 14 fire department fees related to ambulance services, approve a $357,983 electric vehicle charging infrastructure grant with $172,373 in city matching funds, and hold public hearings on a street name change, annexation, and zoning code updates. The agenda also includes appointments of two municipal judges pro tempore and a $15,200 allocation for a holiday parade and tree lighting event.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves zoning changes and EV charging grant

The City Council approved several zoning updates, including a legislative zone change on Commercial Street SE and the annexation of territory at 5536 Skyline Road S. Council also authorized a grant for electric vehicle charging infrastructure and allocated $15,200 for a holiday parade and tree lighting.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.3c by Councilor Page 2CITY OF SALEM Printed on 11/29/2022 November 14…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Varney, seconded by Councilor Nordyke to approve naming an unnamed connection between Rosewood Drive NW and Manorview Lane NW as Westside Circle NW and proceed to…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Councilor Phillips to adopt Order No. 2022-16, determining that the proposal meets the applicable criteria, applying City zoning for the territory…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to engross Ordinance No. 22-22 and advance it to second reading for the purpose of amending the Unified Development Code to…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Nishioka to continue the hearing to the December 5, 2022 City Council Meeting. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Nishioka to direct staff to initiate an amendment to the Unified Development Code to eliminate the Superior-Rural, Oxford-West Nob…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor Nordyke to approve applying for and accepting the grant funds from the Portland General Electric Make-Ready program and authorize the…
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Ordinance No.18-22, for the purpose of rezoning specific properties on Commercial Street SE to MU-II and MU-III, PASSED by the following vote:
8 yea
Leung yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority to vote on managing two affordable housing developments adding 224 units

The Salem Housing Authority will consider resolutions to serve as general manager for two privately-owned affordable housing developments: 27th Avenue Apartments (95 units) and Gateway Phase 2/Mahonia Crossings (129 units). The board will also vote on a Moving to Work Amendment to its Annual Contributions Contract for public housing and vouchers. A project management report with program updates is scheduled for information only.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority approves management agreements for affordable housing projects

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved two agreements to serve as General Manager for the 27th Avenue Apartments and Crossings Gateway Phase 2 Apartments. The board also approved an amendment to the Annual Contributions Contract for the Moving to Work program.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] The nomination was AFFIRMED by the following vote:
8 yea
Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea · Stapleton yea
A motion was made by Vice Chair Phillips, seconded by Commissioner Nishioka to approve the consent calendar. Comments by: Vice Chair Phillips, Chair Stapleton, Commissioner Leung, Salem Housing…
8 yea
Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea · Stapleton yea
Wed Nov 2, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to address Mayor's resignation and airport funding transfer

The City Council will act to accept Mayor Chuck Bennett's resignation and declare the position vacant. Additionally, the council will consider a resolution to transfer funds for airport terminal design and permitting costs.

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✓ Decided: City Council appoints new Mayor and Councilor following resignation

The City Council accepted Mayor Chuck Bennett's resignation and appointed Chris Hoy as Mayor and Julie Hoy to the Ward 6 Council position. The council also elected Councilor Stapleton as Council President and approved a budget transfer for airport terminal design.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea · Leung absent
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to accept Mayor Bennett’s resignation and declare the mayor position vacant. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
6 yea
Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to appoint Council President Hoy as Mayor. Comments by: Council Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
6 yea
Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea
A motion was made by Councilor Gonzalez, seconded by Councilor Nordyke to appoint Julie Hoy to the now vacant Ward 6 Council position. Comments by: Mayor Hoy, and Councilors Nishioka, Leung, and…
7 yea
Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Leung yea · Hoy yea
[context] The nomination CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Varney to adopt Resolution No. 2022-53, authorizing a transfer of appropriations within the City’s Fiscal Year 2023 budget for the…
8 yea
Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Hoy yea
Mon Oct 24, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on housing tax incentive changes and Commercial Street rezoning

The City Council will hold a continued public hearing on rezoning properties on Commercial Street SE to mixed-use zones and vote on second readings of ordinances to amend the Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program and add housing status as a protected class. The agenda also includes first readings on a Unified Development Code update and a street name change for emergency response.

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✓ Decided: Council advances airport terminal design, housing tax incentive updates

The Salem City Council approved several items including a motion to proceed with design and permitting for airport terminal improvements (Option 1) with a goal of May 1, 2023, and passed ordinances updating the Multiple Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program and adding housing status as a protected class under human rights code. The council also advanced a legislative zone change on Commercial Street SE and a Unified Development Code update to second reading. All votes were 8-0 with one absent.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the addition to the agenda. The addition was item 1.3c (file 22-502), Proclamation recognizing Domestic Violence…
7 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Bennett absent
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by: Councilor Stapleton and Council President Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the…
8 yea
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Nishioka, seconded by Councilor Nordyke, to engross Ordinance Bill No. 18-22, for the purpose of rezoning specific properties on Commercial Street SE to MU-II and…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent
resolution to transfer funds from general fund contingency to airport operations to fund the design and permitting activities for Option 1. Questions or Comments by: Council President Hoy, Councilors…
8 yea
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
a motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to conduct a public hearing on Ordinance No. 22-22, for the purpose of amending the Unified Development Code to respond to a…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent
a motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to conduct a public hearing and proceed to second reading of Ordinance Bill No. 23-22, to consider naming an unnamed…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent
to amend SRC 2.825 related to Multiple-Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program amending the requirements of the program, PASSED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent
Ordinance Bill No. 21-22, Relating to Human Rights; Amending SRC 97.005, 97.010, and 97.080; Repealing SRC 97.085; Creating new provisions, PASSED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent
Mon Oct 24, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority to vote on $485,550 grant for emergency housing assistance

The Salem Housing Authority will consider authorizing the Executive Director to accept a $485,550 pass-through grant from the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency for emergency housing assistance programs. The meeting also includes a project management report and approval of prior minutes.

✓ Decided: Housing Authority authorizes $485,550 grant for emergency housing assistance

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

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Vice Chair Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council considers rezoning Commercial Street SE and adding housing status as protected class

The City Council will discuss rezoning properties on Commercial Street SE to Mixed-Use II and amending human rights codes to include housing status as a protected class. The body is also considering a tax incentive program for multiple-unit housing and the annexation of land on Hazelgreen Road NE.

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✓ Decided: Council advances housing status as protected class

The Salem City Council voted unanimously to advance an ordinance adding housing status as a protected class under the city's human rights code, moving it to second reading for enactment. The council also approved a consent calendar including a budget transfer for the Navigation Center renovation, accepted a petition to vacate Cross Street SE, and continued a public hearing on a zone change on Commercial Street SE. A motion was passed directing staff to provide funding options for airport improvements to support commercial air service.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Nishioka to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 2CITY OF SALEM Printed on 10/27/2022 October 10…
9 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Nishioka, seconded by Councilor Phillips to continue the public hearing (to a date in the future), asking staff to come back at that time with some prepared language…
9 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips for staff to provide council by the October 24, 2022 meeting with funding options to support obtaining designs for the necessary…
9 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to Advance Ordinance Bill No. 21-22 to second reading for enactment. The motion carried by the following vote:
9 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Hoy to advance to second reading Ordinance Bill No. 19-22 to amend SRC 2.825 related to Multiple-Unit Housing Tax Incentive Program…
9 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Ordinance Bill No. 20-22 approving annexation, changing the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan map designation for 1.8 acres of the territory, applying City zoning, and approving withdrawal from Marion…
9 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers financing for Sequoia Crossing project

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to discuss the Sequoia Crossing Affordable Housing project. The body will consider a resolution to authorize the closing of project financing for the development.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority approved Sequoia Crossings financing resolution

The Housing Authority approved the consent calendar unanimously (7-0), which included the September 26 draft minutes and Resolution 2292 authorizing actions to close on project financing for the Sequoia Crossing Affordable Housing project. No public hearings or other business were conducted.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Leung absent
Mon Oct 10, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency considers expanding Fairview URA boundary for Salem Airport

The Urban Renewal Agency is deciding on budget allocation amendments for the Riverfront and Fairview URAs. The board is also considering initiating a process to expand the Fairview Urban Renewal Area boundary to include portions of the Salem Airport.

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✓ Decided: URA approves budget amendments, starts Fairview plan change

The Urban Renewal Agency approved consent calendar items including minutes, an appointment to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board, and amendments to FY 2023 Riverfront and Fairview URA project budgets. The board also directed staff to begin the process of amending the Fairview Urban Renewal Area plan and boundary to improve the Salem Airport. No public hearings or special orders were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Stapleton to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Leung absent
Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Salem Housing Authority to vote on FY 2022-23 operating budgets

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to consider the adoption of consolidated operating budgets for fiscal year 2022-23. This budget is intended to provide affordable rental housing to an estimated 3,700 households.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority adopts FY 2022-23 budgets and HUD certification

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the consent calendar, which included adopting the FY 2022-23 operating budgets and authorizing the Commission Chair to execute the HUD Public Housing Budget Certification. The board also approved the August 22, 2022 draft minutes and received an informational project management report. No public hearings or other substantive decisions were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Varney to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Vice Chair Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea · 3 absent
Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Leung absent · Gonzalez absent · Phillips absent
Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to approve 291-unit apartment complex following LUBA order

The City Council is deciding on several land acquisitions and grants, including property near Franzen Reservoir and an $850,000 air service grant. The body must also act on a Land Use Board of Appeals order to approve a large apartment complex on State Street.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 291-unit apartment complex, sets 2023 legislative priorities

The Salem City Council approved a 291-unit apartment complex at an unspecified location, authorized multiple property acquisitions near Franzen Reservoir, and adopted the city's 2023 Oregon legislative session priorities. A motion to add $2 million for a mobile crisis unit to the legislative priorities failed on a 4-4 tie, but a substitute motion to approve the priorities without that funding passed 6-2. The council also directed staff to identify funding sources for a mobile crisis unit.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Councilor Leung to amend the City of Salem’s priorities and policy statements for the anticipated legislation resulting from the 2023 Oregon Legislative…
3 yea · 3 nay
Nordyke yea · Gonzalez yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett nay · Stapleton nay · Varney nay
motion by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Mayor Bennett to approve the City of Salem’s priorities and policy statements for the anticipated legislation resulting from the 2023 Oregon Legislative Session…
6 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Leung nay · Nordyke nay · Phillips absent
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City and Transit District discuss planning project coordination

The City Council and Salem Area Mass Transit District Board are holding a joint work session to coordinate various planning initiatives. Discussion includes updates on the Long-Range Transit Plan, the Salem Climate Action Plan, and state rules regarding climate-friendly communities.

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✓ Decided: City Council and transit board hold joint work session on planning coordination

The Salem City Council and Salem Area Mass Transit District Board held a joint work session to discuss coordination of planning projects, including the Long-Range Transit Plan, the Salem Climate Action Plan, and implementation of Our Salem and state Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities rules. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational with presentations and discussion only.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the special meeting agenda. The carried by the following vote:
9 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider spending plan for homelessness emergency response

The City Council is reviewing a spending plan for sheltering efforts and prioritizing services using existing revenue. The body will also consider a zoning change on Commercial Street SE and an annexation of land on Hazelgreen Road NE.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts spending plan for homelessness response, prioritizes existing revenue

The Salem City Council adopted a spending plan for sheltering efforts in response to the homelessness emergency, prioritizing current activities and services with existing revenue and directing staff to research additional revenue for any future new or enhanced services. The motion was amended and carried 8-0. The council also approved annexation of properties at 4650 & 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE, initiated a zone change on Commercial Street SE to Mixed Use-II, and passed an ordinance vacating three easements adjacent to Reed Road SE.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the addition/deletion (item 7.1a.) to the agenda. Item No. 7.1a., file 22-330, Ordinance Bill No. 19-22, Revision to the…
7 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Nishioka absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.3e., by Councilor Stapleton. Comments by Councilor Hoy. The motion CARRIED…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka absent
A motion was made by Councilor Gonzalez, seconded by Councilor Nordyke to adopt Order No. 2022-14, determining that the proposal meets the applicable criteria, applying City zoning for the territory…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka absent
motion by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Councilor Leung to adopt the spending plan for sheltering efforts and prioritize current activities and services with existing revenue, and research…
7 yea
Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
motion by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Councilor Leung to adopt the spending plan for sheltering efforts and prioritize current activities and services with existing revenue, and research…
7 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Nishioka absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to advance Ordinance Bill No. 17-22 to second reading for enactment. Note: First reading of Ordinance Bill No. 17-22 did not take…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to conduct a public hearing on Ordinance Bill No. 18-22 for the purpose of rezoning specific properties on Commercial Street SE to…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka absent
Ordinance Bill No. 16-22, which vacates three easements adjacent to Reed Road SE at its intersections with Strong Road SE and Lindburg Road SE, PASSED by the following vote: Page 12CITY OF SALEM…
8 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka absent
Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Agency considers guidelines for Tax Increment Financing and 1st Street NW vacation

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to establish threshold guidelines for Single Property Tax Increment Financing Districts. The board is also considering the allocation of funds to begin the process of vacating a portion of 1st Street NW.

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✓ Decided: URA approves guidelines for single TIF districts, allocates $25K for street vacation

The Urban Renewal Agency approved threshold guidelines for new Single Property Tax Increment Financing Districts and allocated $25,000 from WSURA funds to hire a surveying consultant for the vacation of 1st Street NW. The consent calendar, including the August 22, 2022 draft minutes, was approved 7-0 with one abstention. No public hearings or other substantive items were discussed.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Chair Bennett to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Board Member Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka absent
Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Agency considers Salem Convention Center management and marketing amendments

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering an amendment to the November 2020 Management Agreement for the Salem Convention Center. The action also includes a marketing addendum and budget for Fiscal Year 2023.

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✓ Decided: Approved $539K convention center marketing contract

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a consent calendar that included minutes and an action item authorizing the Executive Director to execute Amendment #1 to the Salem Convention Center Management Agreement and a FY 2023 Marketing Addendum, providing $539,170 in Transient Occupancy Tax revenues for marketing. The vote was 7-0 with two absent. No public comment or hearings were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Stapleton, seconded by Board Member Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by: Board Member Stapleton and Chair Pro Tem Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the…
7 yea · 2 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent · Nordyke absent
Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council considers new solid waste management service rates

The City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed garbage and recycling rate increases. The body is also deciding on several intergovernmental agreements and the reallocation of funds for airport equipment and homeless shelters.

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✓ Decided: Council reallocates $750K from safe park to micro-shelter village

The Salem City Council voted 7-0 to reallocate $750,000 previously earmarked for the Front Street Safe Park site to a Turner Road SE micro-shelter village. The Council also approved new solid waste rates effective January 1, 2023, and authorized several intergovernmental agreements and grant applications. A proclamation recognizing 9/11 Day of Remembrance was read.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.3f by Councilor Phillips. Questions or Comments by: Councilor…
7 yea · 2 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Phillips to adopt Resolution No. 2022-47, establishing solid waste management service rates effective January 1, 2023, and rescinding…
7 yea · 2 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Nishioka, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to ask city staff to begin work on a policy (solid waste) for City Council review that considers the following elements…
7 yea · 2 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to reallocate $750,000 previously earmarked for the Front Street Safe Park site to a Turner Road SE micro-shelter village…
7 yea · 2 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to advance Ordinance Bill No. 16-22, which vacates three easements adjacent to Reed Road SE at its intersections with Strong…
7 yea · 2 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent · Nordyke absent
Ordinance Bill No. 15-22, approving annexation, applying City zoning, and approving withdrawal from Marion County Fire District #1, East Salem Sewer and Drainage District for a 6.87-acre territory…
7 yea · 2 absent
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea · Bennett absent · Nordyke absent
Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers managing 184-unit affordable housing project

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is considering a resolution to serve as the general manager for a privately-owned affordable housing development. The body will also receive reports on the phase-out of the Homeless Rental Assistance Program and general project management.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority approves Gateway Phase 1 management agreement

The Housing Authority approved Resolution 2290, authorizing the Executive Director to execute an agreement to serve as General Manager for Gateway Phase 1 Apartments, facilitating affordable housing development. The consent calendar, including the July 25 minutes, was approved 7-0. Two informational reports on the Homeless Rental Assistance Program phase-out and project management were received and filed. No public hearings or other action items were conducted.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Chair Hoy to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Vice Chair Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea
Hoy yea · Leung yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nishioka yea
Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council discusses proposed community improvement bond projects and timing

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss potential community improvement bond projects. The discussion will address project timing based on available cash flow, staffing capacity, and bond issuance amounts.

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✓ Decided: Council hears bond project proposals, takes no action

The City Council held a work session to discuss proposed community improvement bond projects and timing, receiving a presentation from the Chief Financial Officer. The informational report was received and filed, with no formal decisions made. The meeting was procedural, focusing on discussion only.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Aug 8, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Salem City Council discusses executive pay adjustments and land use actions

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

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✓ Decided: Council appoints Linda Nishioka to vacant Ward 2 seat

The Salem City Council declared the Ward 2 council position vacant following Councilor Andersen's resignation and appointed Linda Nishioka to fill it. The council also approved a 5% pay grade adjustment for executive management, adopted a final order for a subdivision at 1374 Crowley Ave SE, and advanced an annexation ordinance for Cherry Glen Place NE to second reading.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to reorder item 5 to after item 7. Comments by Councilor Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Leung absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Andersen to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Councilor Hoy. Councilor Leung is abstaining from voting on item 3.3b, Final Order No…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
A motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor Andersen to approve the vacation of three easements adjacent to Reed Road SE at its intersections with Strong Road SE and Lindburg Road…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
A motion was made by Councilor Gonzalez, seconded by Councilor Hoy to advance Ordinance Bill No. 15-22, approving annexation, applying City zoning, and approving withdrawal from Marion County Fire…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Andersen for Council to declare the Council position for ward 2 vacant. Comments by: Councilors Hoy and Phillips and Mayor Bennett. The…
8 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to appoint Linda Nishioka to the vacant ward 2 position. Comments by Councilor Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
Thu Jul 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to review 2022 Policy Agenda progress

City Council will hold a work session to discuss progress on the 2022 Policy Agenda priorities. The body will review goals regarding the sheltering crisis, future planning, community engagement, and infrastructure. This session serves as an interim report to adjust priorities before developing the 2023 Policy Agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council reviews policy agenda, airport commercial service transition

The Salem City Council held a work session to review the 2022 Council Policy Agenda and discuss transitioning the Salem Municipal Airport to full commercial service. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider 5% utility rate increases for 2023 and 2024

The City Council is meeting to discuss utility service rate increases and a capital improvements bond. The body will also consider a road diet plan for Capitol Street NE and the approval of the Bailey Ridge Park Master Plan.

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✓ Decided: Council passes utility rate hikes and $300K emergency assistance

The Salem City Council approved new utility service rates for water, wastewater, and stormwater, effective January 1, 2023, and January 1, 2024, and allocated up to $300,000 of utility revenue annually for the Emergency Utility Assistance Program. The council also passed several ordinances related to the 'Our Salem Project' comprehensive plan update, approved a $185,000 workers' compensation claim settlement, and directed staff to develop a conceptual design for a road diet on Capitol Street NE. All votes were 7-0 with two councilors absent.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Mayor Bennett to affirm the Planning Administrator's decision approving subdivision tentative plan, and urban growth area preliminary declaration case…
6 yea · 2 absent · 1 nay
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Varney yea · Phillips nay · Leung absent · Gonzalez absent
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency meeting scheduled for July 25, 2022

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body is scheduled to review the June 27, 2022 draft minutes.

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✓ Decided: Urban Renewal Agency approves June minutes, no other action

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included only the draft minutes from the June 27, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; there were no resolutions, action items, public hearings, or special orders of business.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Andersen to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Board Member Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea · 2 absent
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Leung absent · Gonzalez absent
Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Salem Housing Authority considers staff expansion and management of Salem Manor Apartments

The Housing Authority is considering the addition of ten new positions and new job classifications to its budget. The board will also review resolutions regarding the management of Salem Manor Apartments, amendments to agency plans, and a Moving to Work designation.

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✓ Decided: Salem Housing Authority approves new positions, General Manager agreement

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved adding ten new positions to its budget with new job classifications and pay ranges, effective July 25, 2022. It also approved Resolution No. 2287 authorizing the Executive Director to execute an agreement for SHA to serve as General Manager of Salem Manor Apartments. Additionally, the board adopted resolutions approving amendments to its 2022-2026 Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan, and approved submission of its Moving to Work Plan to HUD. All votes were 6-0 with two commissioners absent.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Nordyke to approve the consent calendar with the pulls of items 3.2a and 3.3a by Commissioner Andersen. Comments by: Vice Chair…
6 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Leung absent · Gonzalez absent
A motion was made by Commissioner Andersen, seconded by Vice Chair Stapleton to approve the addition of ten new positions to the current SHA budget and creation of new job classifications and pay…
6 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Leung absent · Gonzalez absent
A motion was made by Commissioner Andersen, seconded by Vice Chair Stapleton to approve Resolution No. 2287, authorizing the Executive Director to execute an agreement for the Salem Housing Authority…
6 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Leung absent · Gonzalez absent
Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council considers $300 million bond and various grant approvals

The City Council will discuss the 'Our Salem Project' comprehensive plan updates and consider a $300 million community improvement bond. The agenda includes several grant acceptances for sheltering, sanitation, and Navigation Center renovations, as well as street renaming and city flag selection.

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✓ Decided: Council refers $300M bond to voters, appoints new city manager

The Salem City Council referred a $300 million general obligation bond to the November 8, 2022 ballot for capital improvements, and appointed Keith Stahley as City Manager. The Council also approved several grants for sheltering and sanitation services, selected a new city flag, and advanced housing-related ordinances with amendments.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (19 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the consent calendar with the pulls of items 3.2.a by Mayor Bennett, 3.3.a by Councilor Hoy, and 3.3.c by Councilor…
6 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Andersen to conduct a public hearing to consider Ordinance Bill No. 13-22, designating the Eco Earth Globe as a local historic resource and…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
motion to remove from Ordinance Bill No. 10-22 the property at 2390 Brown Road NE that is proposed to be redesignated to Mixed Use on Map 26 and rezoned to Neighborhood Hub on Map 33. Questions or…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Leung yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
motion to remove from Ordinance Bill No. 10-22 the properties north of Orchard Heights Road NW that are proposed to be redesignated to Multiple Family Residential on Map 159. Questions or Comments…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Leung yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
motion to rezone and redesignate the properties south of Orchard Heights Road NW that are proposed to be rezoned to Mixed Use-II on Map 190 and redesignated to Mixed Use on Map 160 to reflect staff’s…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Leung yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
motion to rezone and redesignate the property at 255 College Drive NW that is proposed to be rezoned to Multiple Family-I on Map 170 and redesignated to Multi-Family Residential on Map 142 to the…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Leung yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
motion to remove the properties on both sides of Commercial Street SE from Superior Street S to Jerris Avenue and properties on only the east side of Commercial Street SE between Jerris Avenue and…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Leung yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
Motion to amend by Councilor Varney, seconded by Councilor Hoy to direct staff to address traffic issues on Wallace Road NW—including the Congestion Relief Task Force recommendations—in the upcoming…
6 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Leung yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
[context] The main motion, as amended, CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
motion to amend CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Mayor Bennett to direct staff to work with the West Salem Lions Club to draft a use agreement for the West Salem Park, located on Rosemont Ave, to…
5 yea · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
motion to completely waive the fees for Hallman Neighborhood Family Council’s Fun Friday events that were already proposed. Questions or Comments by: Mayor Bennett, Assistant Public Works Director…
6 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Andersen, seconded by Councilor Phillips to vote between Flags A and D for the City flag. Comments by: Councilors Andersen, Phillips, Hoy and City Attorney Dan…
5 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Leung yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to adopt Flag A and refer back to staff for minor revisions, including adjustment of color from red to pink. Comments by Councilor…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to adopt Resolution No. 2022-42, calling for a measure election to be held on November 8, 2022 to consider a $300 million general…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to appoint Keith Stahley as City Manager of the City of Salem and approve Mr. Stahley’s contract terms. Questions or Comments by…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Mayor Bennett, seconded by Councilor Hoy to adopt Resolution No. 2022-41, authorizing a transfer of appropriations within the City's fiscal year 2023 budget for unanticipated…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Andersen to direct staff to proceed with changing the street name signs from Salem Parkway to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Parkway. Questions…
7 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent
to accept a $750,000 grant to support sanitation services including trash and debris pick-up, abandoned vehicle removal, and provision of trash receptacles. Questions or Comments by: Councilors…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
Mon Jul 11, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers applying for HUD Moving to Work program

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to discuss a potential application to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The body will consider authorizing staff to apply for participation in the Moving to Work (MTW) Demonstration Program.

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✓ Decided: Salem Housing Authority approves HUD Moving to Work application

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved moving forward with an application to HUD for participation in the Moving to Work Demonstration Program. The consent calendar, including approval of the June 27, 2022 draft minutes, was also approved. No public comment or testimony was given.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Commissioner Andersen, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Commissioner Andersen and Chair Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following…
5 yea · 3 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent · Gonzalez absent
A motion was made by Commissioner Andersen, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve moving forward with the application for the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for…
5 yea · 3 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent · Gonzalez absent
Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers $1 million grant for affordable housing and homelessness

The Salem Housing Authority is meeting to consider a grant agreement with the City of Salem. The body will discuss accepting $1,000,000 in pass-through funds from the State of Oregon to support services addressing housing insecurity and homelessness.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority accepts $1M grant for affordable housing services

The Salem Housing Authority approved a consent calendar that included a $1,000,000 pass-through grant agreement with the City of Salem to support affordable housing and homelessness services. The board also approved the May 23, 2022 draft minutes and received a project management report as information. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Salem City Council considers FY 2023 budget and capital improvement plan

The City Council will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023 budget and a five-year Capital Improvement Plan. Additional items include a real estate broker compensation policy, pay grade adjustments for city staff, and an annexation request.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Community Improvement Bond project list for November ballot

The City Council adopted the list of projects for the Community Improvement Bond and directed staff to prepare a resolution to refer the measure to voters in the November 2022 general election. The approved list includes amendments adding the Davis Road S urban upgrade project and reallocating funds from other projects. The council also adopted the FY 2023 budget, the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2027, and approved several other items.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] The main, amended motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 nay
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung nay
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency to vote on FY 2023 budget

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to adopt the FY 2023 budget to allow for authorized spending. The board will also review minutes from June 13, 2022, and receive a report on administrative purchases made in May 2022.

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✓ Decided: URA adopts FY 2023 budget and approves consent calendar

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Resolution No. 22-7 URA for the FY 2023 budget and approving the June 13, 2022 draft minutes. An informational report on administrative purchases from May 2022 was received and filed. No public comment or hearings were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Andersen to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Board Member Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency holds public hearing for FY 2023 budget

The Urban Renewal Agency Board will conduct a public hearing regarding the recommended FY 2023 budget. The Board is also considering a recommendation to reappoint a volunteer to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board.

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✓ Decided: Salem Urban Renewal Agency advances FY 2023 budget, reappoints board member

The Urban Renewal Agency approved its consent calendar, including the May 23 draft minutes and the reappointment of Samantha Ross to the West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board. The board also directed staff to return on June 27 with a resolution to adopt the recommended FY 2023 budget. All votes were 7-0, with two members absent.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Phillps to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Andersen absent
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Phillips to direct staff to return on June 27, 2022, with a resolution to adopt the Budget Committee's recommended FY 2023 Urban…
7 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Andersen absent
Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

✓ Decided: Council adopts FY2023 budget with amendments for police, youth bus passes, safe parking

The Salem City Council directed staff to return on June 27 with a resolution to adopt the FY 2023 budget, amended to add $150,000 for youth bus passes, $750,000 for a safe parking site with warming shelter, $483,630 for six new police officer positions, and $50,000 for neighborhood association mailers. The Council also extended the emergency declaration for unsheltered residents through December 31, 2022, and affirmed the siting of a micro-shelter village at 1280 Center Street NE. All votes were 8-0 with one absence.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to close the public hearing but keep the written record open and continue to the first meeting in July. The motion carried by the…
5 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung nay · Nordyke nay · Stapleton nay · Andersen absent
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon May 23, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council discusses $300 million bond package and renewable energy grants

The City Council is reviewing a proposed $300 million Community Improvement Bond package. Other items include grant applications for airport updates, renewable energy resilience at Public Works, and land use decisions.

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✓ Decided: Council directs more polling on $300M community improvement bond

The Salem City Council voted to direct staff to conduct additional public opinion research on the proposed Community Improvement Bond package for the November 2022 ballot. A substitute motion to modify the project list was tabled until the next meeting. The council also approved several consent items, including a grant application for the airport master plan and a remand of a zone change case, and advanced multiple ordinances to second reading.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to approve the additions to the agenda. Comments by: Councilor Hoy and Mayor Bennett. The additions consisted of a correction to…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to approve the consent calendar. Comments by: Councilors Hoy and Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
A motion was made by Councilor Andersen, seconded by Councilor Hoy to adopt Order No. 2022-10, determining that the proposal meets the applicable criteria, applying City zoning for the territory, and…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Nordyke to engross Ordinance Bill No. 8-22, amending SRC Chapter 15 and Chapter 900, and advance to second reading for enactment. Comments…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
motion to table the substitute motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
motion to table the substitute motion CARRIED by the following vote: Aye: 8 - Andersen, Hoy, Bennett, Leung, Phillips, Stapleton, Gonzalez, and Varney Nay: 0 Absent: 0 Abstain: 1 - Nordyke Additional…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
A motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded Councilor Andersen that City Council adopt a resolution to proclaim that the first Friday in June, June 3rd, to be National Gun Violence Awareness…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Hoy to conduct a first reading to consider Ordinance Bill No. 13-22, designating the Eco Earth Globe as a local historic resource and…
7 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Mayor Bennett to conduct a public hearing on Ordinance Bill No. 9-22, for the purpose of updating the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan and advance to…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Andersen to conduct a public hearing on Ordinance Bill No. 10-22, for the purpose of revising the Comprehensive Plan Map, neighborhood plan…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Leung to conduct a public hearing on Ordinance Bill No. 11-22, for the purpose of revising the Salem Revised Code and advance to second…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to conduct a public hearing on Ordinance Bill No. 12-22, for the purpose of adopting the Salem Housing Needs Analysis and advance to…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent
Mon May 23, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Salem Housing Authority to receive monthly program management report

The Housing Authority will review a Program Management Report covering various agency activities. This information-only report includes updates on voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client and applicant statistics.

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✓ Decided: Salem Housing Authority approves consent calendar, minutes

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the April 11, 2022 draft minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the only other item was an informational program management report that was received and filed.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Vice Chair Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea
Mon May 23, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

✓ Decided: Salem Urban Renewal Agency approves consent calendar, minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the April 25, 2022 draft minutes. No public comment was given, and no resolutions or action items were considered. An informational report on administrative purchases was received and filed.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Andersen to approve the consent calendar. Comments by: Board Member Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
Mon May 16, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council discusses proposed $300 million Community Improvement Bond

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss recommendations from the Infrastructure Bond Engagement Steering Committee. The body is considering a $300 million bond measure for voters to decide on in November 2022.

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✓ Decided: Council discusses November 2022 community improvement bond

The City Council held a work session to discuss the Infrastructure Bond Engagement Steering Committee's recommendation for a November 2022 Community Improvement Bond. No formal decisions were made; the session included a presentation and discussion only.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Varney yea · Gonzalez absent
Mon May 9, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to hear appeal on zoning change near Kuebler Boulevard and I-5

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an appeal by the South Gateway Neighborhood Association over a zoning change for 24.66 acres of land. The body is also deciding on several property acquisitions, leases, and final orders for subdivision and zoning plans.

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✓ Decided: Council remands Kuebler/I-5 commercial zone change to Planning Commission

The Salem City Council voted 6-3 to remand the appeal of a Planning Commission decision approving a Commercial/Retail Commercial zone change at the southwest corner of Kuebler Boulevard and I-5 back to the Planning Commission. The Council also approved the consent calendar, adopted several resolutions and final orders, passed two annexation ordinances, and conducted a first reading of a street painting ordinance.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to remand the application to the Planning Commission CARRIED by the following vote:
6 yea · 3 nay
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Andersen nay · Leung nay · Phillips nay
The other 5 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Salem City Council discusses police pay, housing funds, and land use appeals

The City Council will consider several action items including a deputy police chief salary adjustment and various housing and community development plans. Public hearings are scheduled regarding federal fund amendments and multiple land use applications for residential developments.

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✓ Decided: Council affirms 2527 Robins Lane SE subdivision approval (8-1)

The Salem City Council affirmed the Planning Administrator's approval of a phased subdivision tentative plan, urban growth area preliminary declaration, and class 2 adjustment for property at 2527 Robins Lane SE, with Councilor Leung dissenting. The Council also affirmed the Hearings Officer's denial of a conditional use permit and related approvals for the 4900 block of State Street. Additionally, the Council approved police management compensation changes, adopted housing action plans, and advanced two annexation ordinances.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Mayor Bennett to affirm the Planning Administrator's decision approving phased subdivision tentative plan, urban growth area preliminary declaration…
8 yea · 1 nay
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung nay
The other 11 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Agency considers grant for 157-unit mixed-use building at 420 Center Street NE

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to approve minutes and consider a grant for a development project. The proposed grant aims to secure a ten-year rental affordability term for 5% of the units in a new mixed-income building.

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✓ Decided: Urban Renewal Agency approves $1.5M grant for 157-unit mixed-income building

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency approved a Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Area (RDURA) grant to DD Salem Center Two, LLC for a to-be-built 157-unit mixed-use/mixed-income building at 420 Center Street NE. The grant secures a ten-year rental affordability term for five percent of the housing units. The agency also approved the consent calendar, including the April 11, 2022 draft minutes. No public comment or hearings were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Andersen, seconded by Board Member Phillips to approved the consent calendar. Questions or Comments by: Board Members Andersen and Leung, Interim Urban Renewal…
8 yea
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea
Mon Apr 18, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council work session on Salem's housing needs

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss local housing needs. Panelists from Marion County, Polk County, Salem Area Mass Transit District, and Salem-Keizer School District will discuss subsidized, affordable, and market-rate housing.

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✓ Decided: Council holds work session on Salem's housing needs with regional partners

The City Council held a work session with Marion and Polk counties, the Salem Area Mass Transit District, and the Salem-Keizer School District to discuss Salem's housing needs. No formal decisions were made; the session consisted of presentations and discussion among participants. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Mayor Bennett, seconded by Councilor Hoy to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
9 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Salem City Council considers budget transfers, contract extensions, and annexations

The City Council will review several items including a $200,000 transfer for the Climate Action Plan and various labor contract extensions. Public hearings are scheduled regarding three land use cases involving annexations and a zone change near Doaks Ferry Rd NW.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Doaks Ferry Rd zone change for multifamily housing (7-2)

The Salem City Council approved a comprehensive plan map amendment and zone change for about 24.84 acres at the 2100 block of Doaks Ferry Rd NW, allowing multifamily residential development, despite two dissenting votes. The council also approved two annexations, extended firefighter and 911 dispatcher union contracts, added Juneteenth as a paid holiday, and waived a facility fee for the Children's Educational Theater.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Varney, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to affirm the Planning Commission's decision for Comprehensive Plan Map Designation and Zone Change, Case No. CPC-ZC21-06 and…
7 yea · 2 nay
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Leung nay · Varney nay
motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor Leung to waive the facility fee of $876.00. Additional comments by: Councilor Phillips, Mayor Bennett, City Attorney Dan Atchison…
8 yea · 1 nay
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Stapleton nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers land disposition and funding for Sequoia Crossings

The Housing Authority is considering resolutions to develop an affordable housing project named Sequoia Crossings. This includes the disposition of land at 3112-3120 Broadway Ave NE and applications for up to $1.5 million in HOME ARPA funding.

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Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by: Vice Chair Stapleton and Chair Hoy. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
6 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Leung absent · Nordyke absent
Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Agency considers $24,000 for West Salem redevelopment planning

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering a contract with the Urban Land Institute. This action would use uncommitted FY 21-22 funds to engage a Technical Assistance Panel for redevelopment in the west business district.

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✓ Decided: URA approves $24,000 for ULI panel to plan West Salem redevelopment

The Urban Renewal Agency approved allocating $24,000 in uncommitted FY 21-22 West Salem Urban Renewal Area funds to contract with the Urban Land Institute for a Technical Assistance Panel focused on redevelopment of the west business district. The consent calendar was approved with one item pulled for separate consideration, and the minutes from March 28, 2022 were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Stapleton to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.3a by Board Member Andersen. Comments by Board Member Hoy. The motion…
8 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Nordyke absent
A motion was made by Board Member Andersen, seconded by Board Member Stapleton to allocate $24,000 in uncommitted FY 21-22 WSURA funds and contract with the ULI to engage the Technical Assistance…
9 yea
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea
Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council considers budget amendments, annexations, and land use appeals

The City Council will discuss a $7,606,950 supplemental budget amendment and two property annexations. The meeting also includes deliberations on a modified subdivision plan for 4540 Pringle Road SE and an appeal regarding zoning near Kuebler Boulevard.

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✓ Decided: Council approves two annexations and $7.6M supplemental budget

The Salem City Council approved two annexations (2490 Michigan City Lane NW and 4255 Cordon Road NE), adopted a $7,606,950 supplemental budget, and affirmed a phased subdivision plan with modifications. It also approved a NESCA boundary amendment and several board appointments. The council continued a zoning appeal hearing to May 9 and called up two planning decisions for public hearings.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to affirm the Planning Administrator’s decision approving phased subdivision tentative plan case no. SUB21-09 with the applicant’s…
4 yea · 3 nay · 1 absent
Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Andersen nay · Nordyke nay · Phillips nay · Leung absent
The other 9 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers partnership for 184-unit low-income complex

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to discuss soil remediation and new housing developments. The body is considering agreements for technical consultation on contaminated soil and a partnership to develop low-income apartments.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority approves DEQ agreement and CDP partnership

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved two resolutions: one authorizing a cost recovery agreement with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality for the Sequoia Crossing site, and another authorizing a limited partnership with CDP Gateway Phase 1 LLC and CDP Oregon LLC. Both were part of the consent calendar, approved unanimously (7-0). A program management report was received and filed. No public comment or public hearings were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Vice Chair Stapleton. The motion carried by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Urban Renewal Agency to appoint members to redevelopment advisory boards

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to appoint candidates to the North Gateway and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Boards. The board will also review administratively approved purchases from February 2022.

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✓ Decided: Urban Renewal Agency appoints four advisory board members

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included appointments to two redevelopment advisory boards and the February minutes. Four individuals were appointed to fill positions on the North Gateway and West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Boards. The meeting was brief and procedural, with no public comment or public hearings.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Phillips to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Varney yea · Leung absent
Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to interview 4 finalists, appoint Ward 8 councilor

The Salem City Council is holding a special virtual meeting to interview four finalists for the vacant Ward 8 City Council seat and vote to appoint one. The vacancy was created by Jim Lewis's resignation on February 14, 2022. The appointment will fill the position until the end of the term on December 31, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Micki Varney appointed to fill Ward 8 City Council vacancy

The Salem City Council interviewed three candidates for the Ward 8 vacancy and unanimously appointed Micki Varney with a 7-0 vote. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. No other substantive decisions were made.

Virtual
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez absent
Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Salem City Council discusses infrastructure projects and homelessness funding

The City Council is considering several resolutions regarding road improvements, property acquisitions, and park development. Additionally, the council will review allocations for homelessness response services and shelter infrastructure.

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✓ Decided: Council allocates $475K for homeless sheltering response team

The Salem City Council approved a $475,000 allocation from a state sheltering grant for a City-staffed team to respond to unmanaged sheltering locations and a nonprofit-managed program through June 30, 2022. The Council also approved a $230,000 ARPA grant for kitchenettes at the Mosaic Motel shelter, adopted the 2022 City Council Policy Agenda, and authorized several property acquisitions for road projects. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the additions to the agenda. The additions were item 1.3a, a proclamation recognizing Women's History Month, and a new…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.2e by Councilor Phillips. Comments by: Councilors Hoy and Stapleton and…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Nordyke, seconded by Councilor Leung that City Council consider waiving the user fee for Indigenous Now for 2021 use of the Gerry Frank - Salem Rotary Amphitheater…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Gonzalez, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to direct staff to create an alternative process to allow Salem residents to obtain speed humps if certain criteria are met…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve allocation of $475,000 from the State sheltering grant for a City-staffed team to respond to unmanaged sheltering…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Leung to approve an allocation of $230,000 in ARPA funds to construct kitchenettes within shelter rooms at the Mosaic Motel. *Councilor Hoy…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Mayor Bennett to reopen the record in the proceeding to allow the public an opportunity to review and (provide written) comment on the modified…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor Hoy to adopt Resolution Nos. 2022-15 through 2022-21, declaring a public need to acquire; the City of Salem's intent to negotiate; and…
7 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea
Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Salem Housing Authority discusses restructuring and rebranding

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to review an information report on restructuring and rebranding the organization. This effort aims to address future needs for permanent supportive and affordable housing. The meeting is being conducted virtually.

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✓ Decided: Salem Housing Authority approves consent calendar, receives restructuring report

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem met virtually and approved the consent calendar, which included the February 28, 2022 draft minutes. No other action items, resolutions, or public hearings were held. An informational report on restructuring and rebranding the authority was received and filed.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Vice Chair Stapleton. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
7 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea
Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to review 139-lot subdivision at 4540 Pringle Road SE

The City Council will decide whether to affirm a planning decision for a phased subdivision of 29.68 acres into 139 single family lots. The body is also considering resolutions regarding property acquisition for bike lanes and a resolution urging Congress to prevent nuclear war.

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✓ Decided: Council denies Pringle Road subdivision, adopts nuclear war resolution

The Salem City Council denied a proposed subdivision at 4540 Pringle Road SE after two alternative motions failed, voting 5-2 to reject the application. The council also adopted a resolution urging Congress to prevent nuclear war, approved property acquisition for the Commercial Street SE Buffered Bike Lanes Project, and passed the 2021 Unified Development Code Update for the Fairview Mixed-Use Zone. Several items were postponed or pulled for discussion, including a boundary amendment for the North East Salem Community Association.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] The motion FAILED by the following vote:
3 nay · 2 yea
Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Leung nay · Phillips nay · Gonzalez nay
motion to DENY the application CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Bennett nay · Gonzalez nay · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Councilor Andersen, seconded by Councilor Hoy to adopt Resolution Nos. 2022-6 and 2022-7 declaring a public need to acquire; the City of Salem’s intent to negotiate; and if…
6 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Nordyke nay · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Mayor Bennett, seconded by Councilor Andersen to authorize the City Manager to execute the attached Intergovernmental Agreement for Right-of-Way Services with the Oregon…
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Nordyke nay · Stapleton absent
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Agency considers multi-million dollar bond issuances for urban renewal projects

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering several resolutions to authorize short-term bonds for various renewal areas. The board will also review grant exceptions and fund reallocations for the Riverfront-Downtown area.

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✓ Decided: URA approves $15.1M in short-term bonds for six urban renewal areas

The Salem Urban Renewal Agency approved six resolutions authorizing short-term borrowing totaling $15.1 million for urban renewal projects across the city. It also approved an exception to grant guidelines to fund 100% of demolition costs (up to $200,000) for removing the skybridge between Salem Center and the former Nordstrom building, and reallocated $150,000 to the Strategic Project Grant Program. The consent calendar, including the January 24, 2022 minutes, was approved 5-0.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Phillips to approve the consent calendar. Comments by Board Member Hoy and Urban Development Director Kristin Retherford. The motion…
5 yea · 3 absent
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Leung absent · Nordyke absent · Stapleton absent
Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers $326,130 HUD grant for case manager

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to elect a Vice Chair and review program management reports. The body is considering the acceptance of federal HUD grant funds to add a full-time permanent Family Self Sufficiency case manager.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority accepts FSS grant funds, adds case manager position

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the consent calendar, which included accepting HUD Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) grant funds and adding one full-time permanent FSS case manager. The board also elected Commissioner Stapleton as 2022 Vice Chair and approved the January 24, 2022 draft minutes. No public comment or public hearings were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] The nomination was AFFIRMED by the following vote:
5 yea · 2 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Leung absent · Stapleton absent
A motion was made by Commissioner Phillips, seconded by Commissioner Andersen to approve the consent calendar. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
5 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Nordyke yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea · Leung absent
Tue Feb 22, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

Council to approve City Manager recruitment and salary range

The City Council will meet to approve procedures for the recruitment and selection of a new City Manager. This action includes setting the salary range for the position.

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✓ Decided: Council approves city manager hiring procedure and profile

The Salem City Council held a virtual special meeting on February 22, 2022, to discuss the recruitment and selection of a new city manager. After a facilitated discussion with a lead recruiter, the council approved the hiring procedure and profile as outlined and amended during the meeting. The motion carried 7-0, with Councilor Leung absent.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the hiring procedure and profile as outlined and amended through Council's discussion. Additional Comments by Mayor…
7 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Leung absent
Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider federal transportation funding and fire management pay

The City Council is deciding on federal funding applications for five transportation projects and compensation increases for Fire Management. The body will also discuss the 2022 Policy Agenda priorities and a potential fee waiver policy.

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✓ Decided: Council accepts Ward 8 resignation, appoints two planning commissioners

The Salem City Council accepted Councilor Jim Lewis's resignation, declared his Ward 8 seat vacant, and began the process to fill it. They also appointed Kaley Fought and Ron Eachus to the Planning Commission for full terms expiring December 31, 2025. The council approved several resolutions, including fee waiver policy and budget transfers, and passed ordinances on annexation and the Unified Development Code update.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Mayor Bennett, seconded by Councilor Hoy that Salem City Council accept Jim Lewis' resignation, declare the Ward 8 seat vacant and proceed with filling that seat as soon as…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.3a.by Councilor Andersen. Comments by Councilor Hoy. The motion CARRIED by…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis absent
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Andersen that City Council direct staff to bring back for Council’s consideration an implementation plan for a 20 is Plenty program…
8 yea
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
motion was made by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor Stapleton that the City Council accept the report of the Salem Climate Action Task Force and appoint a Council/staff subcommittee to make…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis absent
[context] The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis absent
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to Advance Ordinance Bill No. 3-22 and to second reading. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis absent
Ordinance Bill No. 2-22, approving annexation, changing the zoning, and approving withdrawal from the Keizer Fire District for a 3.54-acre territory located at 3476/3480 Blossom Drive NE and Adjacent…
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis absent
Ordinance Bill No. 13-21 PASSED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis absent
Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider $70 million in bonds for Capital Manor

The City Council is deciding on conduit financing for retirement facilities and addressing the homelessness emergency through grant allocations. The body is also discussing updates to the Unified Development Code and a potential annexation of land on Blossom Drive NE.

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✓ Decided: Council allocates $592K for homeless shelters, towing

The Salem City Council approved a motion to allocate $200,000 of the State Sheltering grant for towing services and $392,000 to extend the Village of Hope micro shelter village through June 30, 2022, at one of three designated sites. The council also authorized leases, contracts, and annexations, and advanced several ordinances to second reading.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Lewis to reorder the agenda moving Item 5.d to Item 1.4a. The motion carried by the following vote:
7 yea
Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to approve the consent calendar with the pull of item 3.3a by Councilor Lewis. The motion carried by the following vote: Page 2…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Andersen to advance Ordinance Bill No. 17-21 to second reading for enactment. The motion carried by the following vote:
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Stapleton to Engrosse Ordinance Bill No. 13-21 as recommended under section 12 of this report and advance to second reading. Questions and…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Lewis to allocate $200,000 of the State Sheltering grant for towing services, authorize use of the NW corner of Front St. and Hood St. NE…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Stapleton, seconded by Councilor Leung to have City Council direct staff to create a proposal to establish a Street Mural program for Council's consideration and…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Lews, seconded by Councilor Hoy to authorize the City Manager to execute the attached lease with Church at the Park for real property located at 2640 Portland Road NE…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
A motion was made by Councilor Gonzalez, seconded by Councilor Hoy to advanced Ordinance Bill No. 2-22 approving annexation, changing the zoning, and approving withdrawal from the Keizer Fire…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
Ordinance Bill no. 17-21, which amends the criteria for a major plan map amendment in Salem Revised Code 64.025(e)
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
Ordinance Bill No. 1-22 approving annexation, applying City zoning, and approving withdrawal from the East Salem Sewer and Drainage District and Marion County Fire District #1 for a territory of…
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Urban Renewal Agency

Agency discusses grant guidelines and advisory board appointments

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering the approval of a new strategic project grant program for the North Gateway area. The Board will also review the annual financial report for fiscal year 2020-21 and consider several advisory board appointments.

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✓ Decided: URA approves $150K North Gateway grant program guidelines

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, including the FY 2020-21 annual financial report, guidelines for the North Gateway Urban Renewal Area Strategic Project Grant Program with $150,000 allocated, and appointments to advisory boards. No public comment or hearings were held.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Board Member Hoy, seconded by Board Member Phillips, to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 absent
Bennett yea · Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Stapleton yea · Phillips yea · Gonzalez yea · Nordyke absent
Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

Housing Authority considers grant to expand rental assistance and voucher outreach

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem is meeting to review a grant agreement with the City of Salem. The funds, awarded by the State of Oregon, are intended to expand housing voucher program outreach and the Homeless Rental Assistance Program.

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✓ Decided: Housing Authority approves grant agreements with city and community agency

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the consent calendar, which included the December 13, 2021 draft minutes and a grant agreement action item. The board authorized the Executive Director to execute grant agreements with the City of Salem and the Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency. A program management report was received and filed. The meeting was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Vice Chair Stapleton, seconded by Commissioner Phillips to approve the consent calendar. The motion carried by the following vote:
8 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Phillips yea
Tue Jan 18, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to hold work sessions on unsheltered response and 2022 policy agenda

The City Council is conducting two virtual work sessions. The first focuses on the city's response to the unsheltered emergency, and the second addresses 2022 policy agenda priorities.

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✓ Decided: Council holds work session on unsheltered response; policy agenda postponed

The City Council met virtually and held a work session on the city's response to the unsheltered emergency, with staff and council discussion. The second work session on the 2022 City Council Policy Agenda was postponed to a future date. No formal decisions were made during the meeting.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Councilor Hoy, seconded by Councilor Phillips to approve the special meeting agenda. The motion CARRIED by the following vote:
9 yea
Andersen yea · Lewis yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea
Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council to consider annexation and subdivision approvals

The City Council will decide on the annexation of 3.54 acres on Blossom Drive NE and a subdivision plan for 139 lots at 4540 Pringle Road SE. The body will also appoint an Interim City Manager and two members to the Planning Commission.

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✓ Decided: Council appoints interim city manager, approves annexations and trail project

The Salem City Council appointed Kristin Retherford as Interim City Manager effective March 1, 2022, and approved several annexations, including properties on Blossom Drive, Sunnyside Road, and Fisher Road. The council also authorized a new recreational trail connecting Skyline Trail to Joplin Court, adopted amendments to system development charge eligible project lists, and directed staff to study a mobile crisis unit pilot project. Planning commission appointments were postponed to a future meeting.

Virtual Meeting
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to extend the meeting CARRIED by the following vote:
8 yea · 1 nay
Andersen yea · Hoy yea · Bennett yea · Leung yea · Nordyke yea · Phillips yea · Stapleton yea · Gonzalez yea · Lewis nay
The other 15 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.