Salem public meetings in 2023

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will discuss and likely adopt a resolution revising the Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan, effective January 1, 2024. The meeting also includes public comment and a project management report.

• Adopt Resolution No. 2302 approving revisions to the Public Housing Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan

City Council

The City Council will review a property tax exemption for a seven-unit residential project at 890 Commercial Street NE. The Council is also considering a $3,798,000 grant application for transportation safety projects and the approval of a new Revenue Task Force charter.

• Ten-year property tax exemption for a seven-unit residential project at 890 Commercial Street NE
• $3,798,000 grant application for Oregon Department of Transportation safety projects
• Authorization to acquire easements for Sunnyview Road NE and Hollywood Drive NE pedestrian improvements
• Approval of a $302,800 budget transfer to fund the Revenue Task Force
• Renewal of the Marion County Ambulance Service Area franchise agreement through 2028

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering an exception to the maximum grant amount for a capital improvement program. The proposal involves rehabilitating a vacant historic building and constructing 16 new rental units.

• $600,000 grant exception for ASM9, LLC
• Rehabilitation of a vacant historic building
• New construction of 16 rental units in the CANDO neighborhood

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Salem Housing Authority is meeting to review the October 23, 2023, draft minutes and receive a project management report. The report will provide updates on housing authority activity, including program updates and business information.

• Approval of October 23, 2023, draft meeting minutes
• Project Management report regarding housing authority activity

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering an exception to the maximum grant amount for a mixed-use housing development. The proposal involves a $749,999 award to Deacon Development, LLC for 98 rental units at 277 High Street NE.

• Grant exception request for $749,999 for a mixed-use project at 277 High Street NE
• Approval of October 23, 2023, draft meeting minutes
• Report on administrative purchases approved from September 1 through September 30, 2023

City Council

The City Council is considering several land acquisitions for a new park and the Shelton Ditch Improvement Project. The agenda also includes discussions on forming a Revenue Task Force to explore General Fund options and reviewing bridge funding requests submitted to ODOT.

• Purchase and Sale Agreement with East Park, LLC for a 6.63-acre future park property
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Beckwith Family Trust for the Shelton Ditch Improvement Project
• Resolution to bypass competitive bidding for $4.48 million Willow Lake Water Treatment Facility project
• Proposed funding requests for four bridges, including a $40.3 million Liberty Street SE replacement
• Formation of a Revenue Task Force to explore General Fund revenue options

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to begin developing its policy priorities for the upcoming year. The session includes a review of the annual community report, which summarizes progress on existing council and community priorities.

• Discussion of the 2024 City Council Policy Agenda kickoff
• Review of the annual community report regarding major initiatives

City Council

The Salem City Council and Marion County Board of Commissioners will hold a joint work session to discuss the Gun Violence Problem Analysis Report. This informational report covers findings from 2018 to 2023 regarding factors involved in community violence.

• Discussion of Gun Violence Problem Analysis (GVPA) Report (2018-2023)
• Review of key findings regarding community violence

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to establish new solid waste collection rates for 2024 and 2025. The agenda also includes authorization for two legal claim settlements and a public hearing regarding a 48-acre annexation.

• Resolution No. 2023-31 establishing new solid waste collection rates effective January 1, 2024, and January 1, 2025
• Settlement authorization for Jose Carmona-Perez claim not to exceed $95,000.00
• Settlement authorization for Tim McCloud claim not to exceed $85,000.00
• Public hearing for the annexation of 48 acres at 7006 Sunnyside Road SE and 7102 Cains Place SE
• Intergovernmental Agreement with ODOT for regional scenario planning

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential budget reduction scenarios for the fiscal year 2024. This meeting follows a September 18, 2023, session regarding necessary amendments if new revenues do not materialize in the General Fund.

• Discussion of budget reduction scenario comparisons
• Review of General Fund vacancies and furlough costing options
• Information on Police Department and Salem Fire Department vacancies and staffing
• Review of Sustainable Services Revenue Task Force background

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering a grant agreement with the City of Salem to fund the Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP). The body will also receive a project management report regarding monthly housing authority activity.

• $625,000 grant agreement for the Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP)
• Approval of September 25, 2023, draft meeting minutes
• Project Management report on housing authority activity

City Council

The City Council will review several grant agreements and contract ratifications, including funding for the Homeless Rental Assistance Program. The agenda also includes a public hearing on updates to the city's Sign Code and an update on the Sidewalk Repair Program.

• $625,000 grant agreement for the Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP)
• Application for up to $214,750 in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant funds
• $89,223 allocation from the DOJ Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant
• Ground lease with WattEV Salem Inc. for an electric truck charging depot at Salem Municipal Airport
• Public hearing on amendments to the Salem Revised Code Sign Code and Land Use procedures

Urban Renewal Agency

The agenda contains only procedural items and the approval of previous minutes. No specific projects, contracts, or new ordinances are listed for action.

• Approval of September 25, 2023, draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a code amendment regarding parking lot requirements and single-room occupancy housing. The Council will also consider an amendment to the Transportation System Plan for Colorado Drive NW and Landaggard Drive NW.

• First reading of code amendment for climate-friendly parking lot regulations
• Proposal to allow single-room occupancy housing in all residential, commercial, and mixed-use zones
• Proposed reclassification of Landaggard Drive NW as a local street
• Proposed extension of Colorado Drive NW east as a collector street
• Proclamations for Hands & Words Are Not For Hurting Week, White Cane Safety Day, and National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will hold a hybrid meeting to review administrative purchases from August 2023. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the August 28, 2023, meeting.

• Review of purchases approved administratively from August 1, 2023, through August 31, 2023
• Approval of August 28, 2023, draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes

City Council

The City Council will deliberate on a proposal to repeal several overlay zones, including Saginaw Street and Hoyt-McGilchrist, in the SCAN neighborhood. The Council is also considering an in-kind match for a grant to reduce invasive weeds in Oxbow Slough.

• Proposal to eliminate five overlay zones: Saginaw Street, Superior-Rural, Oxford-West Nob Hill, Oxford-Hoyt, and Hoyt-McGilchrist
• Authorization of approximately $70,000 in-kind match over five years for Willamette Riverkeeper grant application
• Proclamation for National Community Planning Month
• Information report on study of walkable, mixed-use areas per State Climate Friendly rules

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering the adoption of Resolution No. 2301 to approve consolidated operating budgets for fiscal year 2023-24 and HUD certification. The meeting will also include a project management report regarding agency activity.

• Adoption of FY 2023-24 Housing Authority operating budgets
• Authorization of HUD Public Housing Budget Certification
• Project Management report on agency activity

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss potential reductions in the FY 2024 budget if new revenues do not materialize.

• Work Session: Revised FY 2024 Budget

City Council

The City Council is considering a mid-year project to rehabilitate a corroded sanitary sewer main on Silverton Road NE. The agenda also includes public hearings for federal grant plan amendments and a first reading of an ordinance to update the city's Fire Prevention Code.

• Creation of Silverton Road NE Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project in the FY 2024 Wastewater Non-Assessed Construction Fund
• Public hearings for substantial amendments to 2021, 2022, and 2023 Annual Action Plans for CDBG funds
• First reading of Ordinance Bill No. 13-23 to align the City Fire Code with the 2021 International Fire Code
• Human Rights Commission update regarding the 2023 Community Belonging Survey
• Proclamations for 9-11 Day of Remembrance and National Diaper Need Awareness Week

The City Council authorized a mid-year sanitary sewer rehabilitation project on Silverton Road NE. Council also adopted amendments to the CDBG Annual Action Plans for 2021, 2022, and 2023, and passed an ordinance amending the City of Salem Fire Code.

• Authorized Silverton Road NE Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project (8-0)
• Adopted CDBG Annual Action Plan substantial amendments for 2021, 2022, and 2023 (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance Bill No. 13-23 amending the City of Salem Fire Code (8-0)
• Approved August 28, 2023 Draft City Council Minutes (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering a minor amendment to the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Plan, adding paid parking technology and consulting services. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and administrative purchases.

• Adopt Resolution No. 23-12 URA for minor amendment to the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal Plan
• Approval of July 24, 2023 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a minor amendment to the Riverfront-Downtown Urban Renewal (RDURA) Plan. This change adds a project for Paid Parking Technology Infrastructure and Financial and Communication Outreach Consulting Services to address downtown parking needs.

• Approved July 24, 2023 draft minutes (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 23-12 URA to add Paid Parking Technology Infrastructure and Financial and Communication Outreach Consulting Services to the RDURA Plan (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Salem Housing Authority will conduct a meeting to review the August Program Management Report. This information-only item includes updates on housing authority activity, client success stories, and program updates.

• August Program Management Report

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the draft minutes from the July 24, 2023, meeting. A project management report was received and filed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 24, 2023 draft minutes (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is considering an internal loan of up to $1,839,000 from the Utility Fund to the Airport Fund for property acquisition at 2790 25th Street SE. The council will also discuss budget transfers, street improvements, and a motion to repeal the Safe Salem payroll tax.

• Internal loan of up to $1,839,000 from Utility Fund to Airport Fund for parking expansion
• Purchase and lease assumption agreement with West One Automotive Group, Inc. at Salem Municipal Airport
• Resolution for property acquisition for Macleay Road SE / Caplinger Road SE pedestrian project
• Resolution for right-of-way acquisition for 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project on Commercial Street SE
• First reading of Ordinance No. 13-23 to update the Fire Prevention Code

Council approved an internal loan of up to $1.839 million for airport parking and a consolidated development application for the 2100 block of Doaks Ferry Road NW. A motion to repeal the Safe Salem Payroll Tax failed. The council also authorized property acquisitions for pedestrian and pavement projects.

• Approved internal borrowing up to $1,839,000 from Utility Fund to Airport Fund for parking (9-0)
• Approved property acquisition for Macleay Road SE / Caplinger Road SE Pedestrian Improvement Project
• Approved property acquisition for 2024 Pavement Rehabilitation Project on Commercial Street SE
• Authorized purchase and sale agreement and lease assumption with West One Automotive Group, Inc.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-26 for FY 2024 Supplemental Budget (1) (9-0)
• Denied motion to conduct first reading of ordinance to repeal Safe Salem Payroll Tax (3-6)
• Approved consolidated application for development at 2100 Block of Doaks Ferry Road NW (8-1)
• Advanced Ordinance No. 13-23 to second reading to enforce current Oregon Fire Code (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to acquire easements for the State Street at 25th Street SE intersection project. The Council will also deliberate on an appeal regarding a proposed six-lot subdivision and 436-unit apartment complex at Doaks Ferry Rd NW.

• Resolution 2023-25: Acquisition of easements for State Street at 25th Street SE intersection improvements
• Appeal of Case No. SUB-UGA-SPR-ADJ-TRV-DR23-02 for Titan Hill Estates and Titan Hill Apartments
• Review of over 10,000 signatures submitted for a referendum on the Safe Salem Employee Payroll Tax
• Report on administrative purchases approved from June 1, 2023, through June 30, 2023
• Update on Safety and Livability Bond projects including Union Street Family Friendly Bikeway

City Council affirmed the Planning Administrator's decision for a development project at the 2100 Block of Doaks Ferry Rd NW, though it denied a request to increase maximum parking. The Council also authorized property acquisition for a road intersection project and rejected a proposal for a south Salem townhall.

• Approved Resolution 2023-25 to acquire easements for State Street at 25th Street SE Intersection Improvement project
• Denied motion to provide staff support and resources for a south Salem Townhall (3-5)
• Affirmed Planning Administrator's decision and approved applications for Case No. SUB-UGA-SPR-ADJ-TRV-DR23-02 at 2100 Block of Doaks Ferry Rd NW, excluding the request to increase maximum parking (6-1)
• Approved July 17, 2023 Draft City Council Work Session Minutes
• Approved July 24, 2023 Draft City Council Minutes

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Salem for administrative services. The proposed update revises in-scope and out-of-scope activities and establishes higher reimbursement rates to the City.

• Intergovernmental Agreement between the Housing Authority and the City of Salem for administrative services
• Project Management report including updates on Voucher Lease Up, Portfolio Occupancy, and Assisted Profile

The Housing Authority approved the July 10, 2023 meeting minutes. The commission also authorized the Executive Director to execute an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Salem for administrative services and reimbursement rates.

• Approved July 10, 2023 draft minutes (7-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute intergovernmental agreement with City of Salem for administrative services (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to modify several utility, planning, and parks fees. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding an appeal of a 436-unit residential development at Doaks Ferry Rd NW.

• Resolution 2023-24 to modify nine fees for Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Utility Services
• Public hearing for an appeal of a 436-unit multi-family development (Case No. SUB-UGA-SPR-ADJ-TRV-DR23-02)
• Increase Navigation Center project funds from $5.2 million to $5.3 million
• Intergovernmental Agreement between the City and Salem Housing Authority for administrative services
• Acceptance of the Salem Heights Avenue S Street Refinement Plan

The City Council approved a budget increase for the Navigation Center and adopted a street refinement plan for Salem Heights Avenue S. Council also appointed three members to the Public Library Advisory Board and modified several city service fees. A proposal for a south Salem townhall was delayed until August 14, 2023.

• Approved $100,000 increase for Navigation Center project using State grant funds (8-0)
• Accepted Salem Heights Avenue S Street Refinement Plan (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-24 modifying fees for Parks and Recreation, Planning, and Utility Services
• Authorized IGA between Housing Authority of the City of Salem and the City of Salem for administrative services
• Appointed Matthew Jobson, Gretchen Coppedge, and Valerie Harris to the Salem Public Library Advisory Board
• Delayed consideration of south Salem townhall proposal until August 14, 2023 (6-2)
• Closed public hearing for 2100 Block of Doaks Ferry Rd NW development; deliberations set for August 14, 2023 (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The agenda contains only procedural items and routine business. The meeting includes the approval of minutes from the June 26, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of June 26, 2023, draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency met and approved the consent calendar. The only substantive action taken was the approval of the draft minutes from the June 26, 2023, meeting.

• Approved June 26, 2023 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive an interim progress report on the 2023 Policy Agenda. The discussion focuses on updates regarding community priorities including sheltering, future planning, community engagement, and infrastructure.

• Interim progress report on 2023 City Council and community priorities
• Update on four priority areas: sheltering crisis, future planning, community engagement, and infrastructure/services

The City Council reviewed a quarterly update on community priorities and the 2023 Policy Agenda. The session included a presentation on the Strategic Communications and Engagement Plan. No legislative actions were taken other than the approval of the meeting agenda.

• Approved special meeting agenda (6-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering a limited partnership agreement to help preserve the 224-unit Orchard Park apartment complex. The body will also review proposed amendments to its Public Housing Agency Plan and Annual Capital Fund Plan for submission to HUD.

• Resolution to permit SHA to serve as special limited partner for Orchard Park Preservation Partners LP
• Acquisition and operation of 224-unit complex at 4100 Kacey Circle NE
• Public hearing on amendments to the 2023-2027 Public Housing Agency Plan
• Public hearing on amendments to the Annual Capital Fund Plan
• Approval of June 26, 2023, draft meeting minutes

The Housing Authority authorized a limited partnership agreement for Orchard Park Preservation Partners. The board also approved amendments to the Public Housing Agency Plan and the Annual Capital Fund Plan for submission to HUD.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2300 authorizing a limited partnership agreement with Orchard Park Limited Partners L.P.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2299 approving amendments to the 2022-26 Public Housing Agency Plan and 2023-2027 Annual Capital Fund Plan (8-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 draft minutes

City Council

The City Council is reviewing Ordinance Bill 12-23, which would create a 0.814 percent tax on wages and self-employment income earned within city limits. The council will also consider an annexation of 4.21 acres in the 4800 Block of Macleay Rd SE.

• Ordinance Bill 12-23: Proposed 0.814% payroll tax on wages above minimum wage
• Annexation of approximately 4.21 acres in the 4800 Block of Macleay Rd SE
• Letter of support for Housing Production Strategy Grant Application
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Turner Police Department for vehicle maintenance
• Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Aumsville Police Department for vehicle maintenance

The City Council approved Ordinance Bill No. 12-23 to create the Safe Salem employee-paid tax on wages earned within the city. Council also approved a land annexation in the 4800 block of Macleay Rd SE and authorized two police vehicle maintenance agreements. A decision on repealing overlay zones in the SCAN neighborhood was delayed until September.

• Passed Ordinance Bill No. 12-23 creating Safe Salem employee-paid payroll tax (5-4)
• Passed Ordinance Bill No. 11-23 annexing ~4.21 acres in 4800 block of Macleay Rd SE (9-0)
• Approved letter of support for Housing Production Strategy grant application (9-0)
• Authorized vehicle maintenance IGA with City of Turner Police Department through June 30, 2024 (9-0)
• Authorized vehicle maintenance IGA with City of Aumsville Police Department through June 30, 2024 (9-0)
• Approved motion to reconsider decision on SCAN neighborhood overlay zones (6-3)
• Delayed deliberation on SCAN neighborhood zone change and code amendment to Sept 25, 2023 (9-0)
• Approved June 26, 2023 draft City Council minutes (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is meeting to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024 City of Salem budget and the Downtown Parking District budget. The agenda also includes decisions on capital improvement plans, labor contracts, and intergovernmental service agreements.

• Adoption of FY 2024 City of Salem budget
• FY 2024 Downtown Parking budget with a $1,072,080 operating budget
• Approval of the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2024 through FY 2028
• Agreement with Marion County for St. Paul Rodeo dispatch services up to $5,000
• Cooperative agreement with Siletz Tribe for municipal services at 3390 Blossom Dr. NE

The City Council approved several three-year collective bargaining agreements and the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2024 through FY 2028. Council also authorized agreements for municipal services for a Siletz Tribe housing project and regional emergency response. A proposal to eliminate overlay zones in the SCAN neighborhood failed.

• Adopted Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2024 through FY 2028
• Approved 3-year collective bargaining agreement with 911 Communications Employees’ Association (PCEA)
• Approved 3-year collective bargaining agreement with Salem City Attorneys Bargaining Unit (SCABU)
• Approved 3-year collective bargaining agreement with Salem Professional Fire Fighters (IAFF)
• Authorized municipal services agreement for Siletz Tribe affordable housing at 3390 Blossom Drive, NE
• Authorized IGA with State of Oregon Office of the Fire Marshal for hazardous materials response
• Authorized IGA with ODOT for Salem Regional Traffic Control Center
• Denied Ordinance Bill No. 5-23 to eliminate overlay zones in the SCAN neighborhood

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering a grant agreement with the Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance. The action item proposes authorizing the Executive Director to accept funds for stabilization efforts at Yaquina Hall.

• $75,200 grant from Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance for Yaquina Hall stabilization
• Approval of May 22, 2023, draft meeting minutes
• Project Management report including voucher lease up and portfolio occupancy updates

The Housing Authority approved the May 22, 2023 meeting minutes. The commission also authorized the Executive Director to accept a grant for stabilization efforts at Yaquina Hall.

• Approved May 22, 2023 draft minutes (7-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $75,200 grant from Mid-Willamette Valley Homeless Alliance for Yaquina Hall stabilization (7-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to review the draft minutes from June 12, 2023. The primary action item is the adoption of Resolution No. 23-11 to approve the fiscal year 2024 budget.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 23-11 for the FY 2024 Urban Renewal Agency budget
• Approval of June 12, 2023, draft meeting minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the FY 2024 budget via Resolution No. 23-11 URA. The agency also approved the minutes from the June 12, 2023 meeting.

• Adopted FY 2024 Urban Renewal Agency budget (Resolution No. 23-11 URA) (9-0)
• Approved June 12, 2023 draft minutes (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024 budget and state revenue sharing funds. The agenda also includes decisions on property acquisitions for street improvements and storm sewer upgrades.

• Public hearing on the FY 2024 City of Salem Budget
• Proposed FY 2024 Fee Schedule adoption
• $50,000 wastewater pre-treatment grant to Oregon Fruit Products
• Acquisition of property for Center Street NE Improvement Project
• Purchase and sale of 2530 Mountain View Drive S for a storm sewer detention basin

The City Council approved the annexation of land in the 4800 block of Macleay Rd SE and adopted the FY 2024 fee schedule. Council also authorized several intergovernmental agreements and property acquisitions for infrastructure projects. A public hearing on a proposed employee payroll tax was scheduled for July 10, 2023.

• Approved annexation of 4.21-acre territory at 4800 Block Macleay Rd SE (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-15 setting FY 2024 Fee Schedule (9-0)
• Approved $50,000 wastewater pre-treatment grant to Oregon Fruit Products (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-16 to receive State of Oregon General Fund revenue sharing (9-0)
• Authorized property acquisition for Center Street NE Improvement Project via Resolutions 2023-18, 2023-19, and 2023-20 (9-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for July 10, 2023, regarding proposed employee payroll tax (9-0)
• Authorized purchase of property at 2530 Mountain View Drive S (9-0)
• Directed staff to return June 26, 2023, with resolution for FY 2024 Budget (7-2)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency Board will discuss several budget reallocations, including funding for an airport terminal renovation and multi-modal studies. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the FY 2024 Salem Urban Renewal Agency Budget.

• Creation of a $1,242,960 project for Airport Terminal renovation in the Fairview Urban Renewal Area
• Reallocation of $250,000 for Front Street multi-modal studies and a grocery store analysis update
• Authorization of a $510,450 marketing budget addendum for the Salem Convention Center
• Execution of a ground lease with Alvaro Venagas for 155 Silverton Road NE
• Public hearing on the FY 2024 Salem Urban Renewal Agency Budget

The Urban Renewal Agency approved several budget reallocations for airport terminal renovations and downtown studies. The board also authorized a marketing addendum for the Salem Convention Center and a ground lease for property on Silverton Road NE.

• Approved reallocation of FY 2023 Fairview Urban Renewal Area Budget for Airport terminal renovation (8-0)
• Approved reallocation of $250,000 from FY 2023 Riverfront-Downtown URA funds for Front Street multi-modal studies and grocery store analysis (8-0)
• Authorized $510,450 in Transient Occupancy Tax revenues for FY 2024 Salem Convention Center marketing (8-0)
• Authorized ground lease with Alvaro Venagas for 1555 Silverton Road NE (8-0)
• Approved May 8, 2023 draft minutes (8-0)
• Directed staff to return June 26, 2023, with a resolution to adopt the recommended FY 2024 budget (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will review a monthly update regarding agency activity. This information report includes updates on voucher lease up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics.

• Project Management Report

The Housing Authority approved the draft minutes from the April 24, 2023 meeting. No other substantive actions, resolutions, or public hearings were conducted during the session.

• Approved April 24, 2023 draft minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a grant application for up to $9,000,000 to expand the urban tree canopy. The agenda also includes a second reading of ordinance changes regarding camping on public property to comply with state laws.

• Authorize USDA Forest Service grant application for up to $9,000,000 for tree canopy programs
• Second reading of Ordinance Bill 9-23 to revise regulations concerning camping on public property
• Request to replace a centrifugal blower with a turbo blower at Willow Lake Water Pollution Control Facility
• Authorize intergovernmental agreement with Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office for wildfire prevention outreach
• First reading of Ordinance 8-23 to amend Public Art definitions in the Salem Revised Code

The City Council approved a grant application to the USDA Forest Service for up to $9 million to expand the city's tree canopy. Other actions included adopting an ordinance regarding camping on public property and authorizing a wastewater blower replacement project.

• Authorized grant application for up to $9M for urban tree canopy (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance Bill No. 9-23 revising camping regulations on public property (8-0)
• Advanced Ordinance Bill 8-23 regarding public art definitions to second reading (8-0)
• Authorized Willow Lake Blower Replacement project and application for up to $300,000 in incentives
• Approved maintaining $79/hour pay for Judges Pro Tempore and COLA for Municipal Judge
• Authorized IGA with Oregon State Fire Marshall’s Office for wildfire risk education
• Approved May 8 and May 15 draft minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session regarding sustainable General Fund revenue. The discussion includes findings from recent focus groups and the potential impacts of service reductions.

• Discussion of revenue options for sustainable city services
• Review of focus group findings and potential service reductions

The City Council held a work session to discuss financial forecasts, peer city comparisons, and potential revenue scenarios, including a payroll tax. No substantive policy decisions were made; the informational report was received and filed.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)
• Received and filed informational report on revenue options to sustain city services

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to revise camping regulations on public property to comply with state laws. The agenda also includes approving budget transfers for library repairs and executing several intergovernmental agreements for road and pedestrian projects.

• First reading of Ordinance Bill No. 9-23 regarding camping on public property
• Budget transfer to replace Salem Public Library Main entry doors
• Lease agreement with Swift Mountain, LLC for the City Employee Health Hub at 960 Liberty Street SE
• Intergovernmental Agreement with ODOT for Pedestrian Safety Improved Crossings Project
• Intergovernmental Agreement with ODOT for Orchard Heights Road NW street improvements

The City Council held a first reading of Ordinance Bill No. 9-23 to revise regulations for camping on public property and advanced it to a second reading. The council also approved several intergovernmental agreements for road and pedestrian safety projects and a lease for the City Employee Health Hub.

• Advanced Ordinance Bill No. 9-23 regarding public camping to second reading (9-0)
• Approved letter of support for Glenn-Gibson Watershed Council's grant application (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-14 to transfer funds for Salem Public Library main entry door replacement
• Authorized lease with Swift Mountain, LLC for City Employee Health Hub at 960 Liberty Street SE
• Authorized agreement with ODOT for Pedestrian Safety Improved Crossings Project
• Authorized agreement with ODOT for Orchard Heights Road NW street improvement project
• Approved April 24, 2023 draft minutes (9-0)
• Approved agenda addition changing 'Established Campsite' definition from 24 to 72 hours (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering an internal loan to fund the purchase of the Marquis Property at 295 Commercial St SE. The board will also review grant amount exceptions for West Salem and a supplemental budget for Convention Center operations.

• Internal loan from Riverfront Downtown URA to South Waterfront URA for 295 Commercial St SE purchase
• Exception criteria for grants exceeding $300,000 in the West Salem Urban Renewal Area
• Reallocation of $1,812,090 within the South Waterfront URA budget for the Marquis Property purchase
• Supplemental Budget 1 to increase Convention Center Fund appropriation authority

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a consent calendar including an internal loan between urban renewal areas and exception criteria for the West Salem grant program. A public hearing was held and a supplemental budget was adopted for Convention Center operations. The agency also authorized reallocation of $1,812,090 from South Waterfront URA projects to purchase the Marquis property at 295 Commercial Street SE.

• Approved consent calendar (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-10 URA authorizing intrafund loan from Riverfront Downtown URA to South Waterfront URA
• Approved exception criteria to maximum grant amount for West Salem URA Redevelopment Grant Program
• Authorized reallocation of $1,812,090 from South Waterfront URA projects to purchase Marquis property at 295 Commercial Street SE
• Adopted Resolution 23-9 URA for FY2023 Supplemental Budget 1, increasing Convention Center Fund appropriation authority (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a first reading for an ordinance to remove minimum off-street parking requirements. The agenda also includes adding airport fees to support commercial air service and extending a land lease with the State of Oregon.

• First reading of Ordinance 4-23 to eliminate citywide minimum off-street parking requirements
• Resolution 2023-13 to add Salem Municipal Airport fees for background checks and ID badges
• Lease extension with the State of Oregon for property in West Salem containing part of Wallace Marine Park
• Information regarding a 396-unit residential development at 1851 Cordon Rd SE
• Update on the 2022 voter-approved Safety and Livability Bond measure

The City Council passed Ordinance No. 4-23 to remove minimum off-street parking requirements citywide to comply with new state rules. Other actions included adding fees to the Salem Municipal Airport and extending a property lease with the State of Oregon.

• Passed Ordinance No. 4-23 to eliminate citywide minimum off-street parking requirements (8-1)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-13 adding fees for the Salem Municipal Airport (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute lease extension with State of Oregon for property in West Salem (9-0)
• Approved April 5, 2023 Draft City Council Work Session Minutes (9-0)
• Approved April 10, 2023 Draft City Council Minutes (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering revisions to the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan. The board will also consider authorizing the acceptance of funds for a Rapid Re-Housing project.

• Resolution No. 2297: Revising Section 8 Administrative Plan regarding waiting lists and local preferences
• Resolution No. 2298: Authorizing acceptance of funds for a Rapid Re-Housing project
• Approval of April 10, 2023, draft meeting minutes
• Project Management Report update on voucher lease up and occupancy

The Housing Authority adopted two resolutions to update the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan and accept funds for a Rapid Re-Housing project. The board also approved the minutes from the April 10, 2023 meeting.

• Approved Revised Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program Administrative Plan (Resolution No. 2297)
• Authorized acceptance of funds for a Rapid Re-Housing project via Resolution No. 2298
• Approved April 10, 2023 draft minutes (9-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a grant application for up to $7 million to acquire property north of Wallace Marine Park for conservation and water infrastructure. The Council will also discuss an ordinance to eliminate citywide minimum off-street parking requirements.

• $7 million grant application for property acquisition near Wallace Marine Park
• Ordinance to eliminate citywide minimum off-street parking requirements
• Execution of Air Carrier Operating and Revenue Guarantee Agreements
• Adoption of 2023 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds
• Appointments to the Citizen Budget, Traffic, and Public Art Commissions

The City Council voted to advance an ordinance to remove minimum off-street parking requirements citywide. Council also approved a grant application for land conservation and adopted the 2023 Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan.

• Advanced Ordinance 4-23 to eliminate citywide minimum off-street parking requirements (7-2)
• Adopted 2023 Housing and Community Development Annual Action Plan (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to apply for up to $7 million grant to acquire 363 acres north of Wallace Marine Park (9-0)
• Authorized City Manager to execute airline and local matching funds agreements (9-0)
• Appointed Russell Allen and Julie Curtis to Citizen Budget Committee (9-0)
• Appointed Kyle Hedquist to Citizens Advisory Traffic Commission (9-0)
• Appointed Krista Lauer to Salem Public Art Commission (9-0)
• Approved March 27, 2023 draft council minutes (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is considering a minor amendment to the Fairview Urban Renewal Area Plan to modify boundaries for airport improvements. The Board will also consider authorizing a purchase agreement for unimproved real property at 295 Commercial Street SE.

• Resolution 23-8 URA: Minor amendment to FURA Plan to modify area boundary and project list for Salem Airport
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Salem LTC Properties, LLC for unimproved real property at 295 Commercial Street SE
• Approval of March 13, 2023, Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes
• Report on purchases approved administratively from February 1, 2002 through February 28, 2023

The Urban Renewal Agency approved a purchase agreement for real property at 295 Commercial Street SE. The board also adopted a minor amendment to the Fairview Urban Renewal Area Plan to modify its boundary and project list.

• Approved March 13, 2023 draft minutes (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-8 URA to modify Fairview Urban Renewal Area Plan boundary and project list (9-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute Purchase and Sale Agreement with Salem LTC Properties, LLC for 295 Commercial Street SE (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority is considering Resolution 2296 to extend its role as General Manager of Salem Manor Apartments. The resolution proposes increasing the term of the current agreement from five years to ten years.

• Resolution 2296: Extend General Manager agreement for Salem Manor Apartments from five to ten years

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved a resolution to extend its role as General Manager of the Salem Manor Apartments. The agreement term was increased from five years to ten years to support affordable housing development.

• Approved March 27, 2023 draft minutes (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2296 to extend Salem Manor Apartments management agreement from 5 to 10 years (8-0)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to continue discussions regarding new revenue options. This meeting follows up on a previous work session held on February 21, 2023.

• Discussion of Salem Peer City Financial Research

The City Council held a work session to review revenue options for sustaining city services. No substantive decisions or votes were taken regarding these options; the session consisted of a presentation and discussion.

• Approved the special meeting agenda (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority will review a Project Management Report. This report includes information regarding voucher lease up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics.

• Project Management Report update

The Housing Authority approved the draft minutes from the February 27, 2023, meeting. No other action items, resolutions, or public hearings were conducted.

• Approved February 27, 2023 draft minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a grant application for Geer Park improvements and the purchase of an electric mini-street sweeper. The agenda also includes a public hearing on vacating 1st Street NW and ordinances regarding the Civic Center and parking regulations.

• Geer Park development grant application for paved pathways, skate park, and picnic shelter
• Grant to purchase an electric battery-powered mini-street sweeper for approximately $250,000
• Public hearing regarding the vacation of 1st Street NW
• Ordinance to designate the Salem Civic Center as a local historic resource
• Ordinance to amend parking code related to unclaimed vehicles and virtual court appearances

The City Council adopted two ordinances, one designating the Civic Center as a local historic resource and another amending parking regulations. The Council also approved a street vacation and several grant applications.

• Adopted Ordinance Bill 3-23 designating the Civic Center as a local historic resource (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance Bill 6-23 amending SRC Chapter 102 related to parking (8-0)
• Approved vacation of 1st Street NW provided access and utility easements are provided (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-11 to apply for a Geer Park Development grant (8-0)
• Appointed Heather Villegas to the Salem Housing Authority Commission for a four-year term (8-0)
• Approved applying for PGE Drive Change Fund grant for an electric mini street sweeper (8-0)
• Approved positions on specific bills for the 2023 Oregon Legislative Session (8-0)
• Approved March 13, 2023 draft City Council minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider advancing an ordinance to eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements citywide, responding to new state climate rules. It will also vote on accepting a $1,344,661 state grant for a Navigation Center, and decide on several property acquisitions and easements for infrastructure projects. The agenda includes multiple consent items and information reports on land-use decisions.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 4-23 to eliminate minimum off-street parking citywide
• Accept $1,344,661 Navigation Center grant from State of Oregon for renovations and behavioral health services
• Adopt Resolution 2023-8 to acquire right-of-way for street and drainage improvements on 27th Avenue SE
• Initiate elimination of five overlay zones in SCAN neighborhood (Saginaw Street, Superior-Rural, Oxford-West Nob Hill, Oxford-Hoyt, Hoyt-McGilchrist)
• Ratify agreement with Union Pacific Railroad to extinguish easement for 2nd Street NW Improvement Project

The City Council approved several property acquisitions and a $1.3M state grant for a Navigation Center. The Council advanced ordinances to eliminate citywide minimum parking requirements and designate the Civic Center as a local historic resource. A proposal to limit consecutive terms for neighborhood association board positions was defeated.

• Approved $1,344,661.00 State of Oregon Navigation Center grant award
• Advanced Ordinance Bill No. 4-23 to eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements citywide (9-0)
• Advanced Ordinance Bill No. 3-23 to designate the Salem Civic Center as a local historic resource (9-0)
• Denied motion to limit consecutive terms for neighborhood association board positions (3-6)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-8 for property acquisition on 27th Avenue SE
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-9 to initiate elimination of five overlay zones in SCAN neighborhood
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-10 for Crestview Waterline Project easements
• Authorized lease amendment with Avis Budget Car Rental, LLC (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency is meeting to consider approval of the minutes from its February 27, 2023 session. No other substantive business items are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of February 27, 2023 draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the draft minutes from the February 27, 2023, meeting. No other resolutions, action items, or public hearings were conducted.

• Approved February 27, 2023 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes (8-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider seven resolutions authorizing short-term (du jour) bonds totaling up to $17,198,790 for urban renewal projects in the Jory Apartments, McGilchrist, Mill Creek Industrial Park, North Gateway, Riverfront/Downtown, South Waterfront, and West Salem areas. The consent calendar also includes approval of draft minutes from February 13, 2023. An information report lists administratively approved purchases for January 2023.

• Resolution 23-1: up to $173,790 bond for Jory Apartments Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution 23-2: up to $1,400,000 bond for McGilchrist Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution 23-3: up to $1,700,000 bond for Mill Creek Industrial Park Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution 23-4: up to $4,000,000 bond for North Gateway Urban Renewal Area
• Resolution 23-5: up to $7,400,000 bond for Riverfront/Downtown Urban Renewal Area

The Agency approved the consent calendar, which included the adoption of seven resolutions to issue short-term bonds. These bonds allow the Agency to use tax-increment revenue to fund projects across various urban renewal areas.

• Approved February 13, 2023 draft minutes
• Adopted Resolution 23-1 URA: short-term bond up to $173,790 for Jory Apartments (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-2 URA: short-term bond up to $1,400,000 for McGilchrist Area (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-3 URA: short-term bond up to $1,700,000 for Mill Creek Industrial Park (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-4 URA: short-term bond up to $4,000,000 for North Gateway Area (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-5 URA: short-term bond up to $7,400,000 for Riverfront-Downtown Area (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-6 URA: short-term bond up to $500,000 for South Waterfront Area (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 23-7 URA: short-term bond up to $2,225,000 for West Salem Area (8-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will consider approving a $630,000 grant agreement with the City of Salem for the Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP). The meeting also includes the election of a vice chair, approval of previous minutes, and a project management report.

• Grant agreement with City of Salem for $630,000 for Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP)
• Election of vice chair
• Monthly project management report including voucher lease-up and client statistics

The Housing Authority approved a grant agreement with the City of Salem to provide $630,000 for the Homeless Rental Assistance Program. The commission also elected a new Vice Chair and approved the January 23, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Elected Commissioner Phillips as Vice Chair (7-0)
• Approved January 23, 2023 draft minutes (7-0)
• Approved $630,000 grant agreement with City of Salem for Homeless Rental Assistance Program (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a $630,000 grant agreement with the Housing Authority for the Homeless Rental Assistance Program. Council will also vote on a $120,000 workers' compensation claim settlement and several street right-of-way dedications to support development. A first reading will be held on designating the Salem Civic Center as a local historic resource.

• $630,000 grant agreement for Homeless Rental Assistance Program (HRAP)
• $120,000 workers' compensation claim settlement authorization
• First reading to designate Salem Civic Center as a local historic resource
• Initiating vacation of 1st Street NW to spur development
• Dedication of reserve strips for Salal Street SE and Teal Drive SE extensions

City Council voted to seek a plan for paid on-street parking downtown to phase out the parking district tax. The Council also approved a $630,000 grant for homeless rental assistance and a $120,000 workers' compensation settlement.

• Directed staff to plan paid on-street parking downtown and phase out parking district tax (6-2)
• Approved $630,000 grant for Homeless Rental Assistance Program
• Authorized $120,000 payment for Brandon Howe's workers' compensation claim
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-04 to initiate vacation of 1st Street NW
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-5 to dedicate Tract 'C' of Woodscape Green Phase 1 as public right-of-way
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-6 to dedicate Block 'A' of Woodscape Meadows Phase 3 as public right-of-way
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-7 to dedicate Truax Drive SE as public right-of-way
• Conducted first reading to designate Salem Civic Center as a local historic resource (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss revenue options for sustaining city services, following a Finance Committee meeting that recommended three options for the General Fund. Staff seek direction on revenue targets, preferred options, and community engagement. No votes are expected; this is a discussion-only session.

• Discussion of three revenue options: City Operations Fee, Payroll Tax, and Local Option Levy
• Finance Committee recommended forwarding General Fund options but not a local gas tax for Transportation Services Fund
• Staff request direction on revenue target, preferred options, and level of community engagement
• Attachments include Budget Committee report on General Fund deferred needs and Moss Adams internal service benchmarking

The City Council held a work session featuring presentations from the Chief Financial Officer and Moss Adams regarding revenue options and deferred needs analysis. No substantive policy decisions were made during the session.

• Approved the special meeting agenda (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider approving its FY2022 annual financial report, which must be filed with the City Council under state law. The meeting also includes approval of draft minutes and public comment.

• Approve FY2022 URA Annual Financial Report (ORS 457.460)
• Approve January 23, 2023 draft minutes

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the consent calendar, which included the adoption of previous meeting minutes and the FY 2022 Annual Financial Report. The financial report was forwarded to City Council as required by ORS 457.460.

• Approved January 23, 2023 Draft Urban Renewal Agency Minutes (9-0)
• Approved and forwarded FY 2022 Urban Renewal Agency Annual Financial Report to City Council (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a consent calendar including a 3% salary adjustment for sworn police ranks retroactive to January 1, 2023, and compensation adjustments for non-represented staff. Other action items include a lease amendment with 471 Salmon LLC for Public Works office space, appointment of a municipal judge pro tempore, an intergovernmental agreement with Chemeketa Community College for fire student training, and approval of the 2023 City Council Policy Agenda. A public hearing will reallocate $1.1 million in HOME funds from the Applegate Terrace Veterans Housing project to the Sequoia Crossings and Cottage Apartments projects. The agenda also includes an executive session on labor negotiations and information reports on Minto Island Conservation Area event rules and the FY 2022 financial audit.

• 3% salary adjustment for all sworn police ranks (Officer through Deputy Police Chief), retroactive to January 1, 2023
• Lease amendment with 471 Salmon LLC for 471 High Street SE to allow termination upon completion of new Public Works building
• Appointment of Melissa Parker as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore for a two-year term
• Reallocation of $1.1M in HOME funds: $450,000 to Sequoia Crossings Apartments and $650,000 to Cottage Apartments
• Approval of 2023 City Council Policy Agenda with priorities on sheltering crisis, planning, community engagement, and infrastructure

City Council approved the 2023 Policy Agenda and a 3% salary adjustment for sworn police employees. The Council also authorized the hiring of a federal lobbyist and approved funding reallocations for two apartment projects. A motion to study the continuation of short-term rentals in residential neighborhoods passed 7-2.

• Approved 3% salary adjustment for sworn police employee ranks (9-0)
• Approved 2023 City Council Policy Agenda (9-0)
• Reallocated $450,000 to Sequoia Crossings Apartment and $650,000 to Cottage Apartments (9-0)
• Directed City Manager to contract with a federal lobbying provider (9-0)
• Directed staff to report on whether to continue allowing short-term rentals in residential neighborhoods (7-2)
• Approved updated priorities and positions for 2023 Oregon Legislative Session (9-0)
• Appointed Melissa Parker as Municipal Judge Pro Tempore for a two-year term (9-0)
• Denied motion to review Hearings Officer's approval of short-term rental at 795 Church St SE (1-8)

City Council

The City Council will consider supporting a proposal to study extending TriMet's Westside Express Service commuter rail line to Salem during the 2023 Oregon Legislative Session. The council will also vote on several property agreements, including a ground lease for an ice cream parlor's outdoor seating, extending the sale of land at the Salem Business Campus, and transferring Geer Community Park to city ownership. Additionally, the council will hold public hearings on reallocating $279,260 in COVID grant funds to Meals on Wheels and adopting a supplemental budget for the city's medic unit.

• Support for commuter rail study to extend TriMet's Westside Express Service to Salem (Item 3.3f)
• Ground lease with On Any Sundae, Inc. for outdoor seating in the 1100 block of Edgewater Street NW (Item 3.3a)
• Reallocation of $279,260 in CDBG-CV funds to Marion-Polk Food Share Meals on Wheels (Item 4a)
• Supplemental Budget 1 for unanticipated expenses related to the city medic unit (Item 4b)
• Agreement with the State of Oregon to transfer Geer Community Park to city fee title ownership (Item 3.3c)

The City Council directed staff to amend the Salem Transportation System Plan to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries within 10 years. Other actions included approving a commuter rail study proposal and reallocating CDBG funds to a food share program.

• Amended Transportation System Plan to include Vision Zero goals (8-1)
• Approved support for TriMet Westside Express commuter rail study (9-0)
• Reallocated $279,260 in CDBG Covid Grants to Marion-Polk Food Share Meals on Wheels (9-0)
• Authorized grant applications for Pringle Creek Path and a pedestrian bridge over OR 22 (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-3 to increase EMS and General Fund for city medic unit (9-0)
• Approved ground lease with On Any Sundae, Inc. on Edgewater Street NW (9-0)
• Passed Ordinance Bill No. 1-23 to vacate Cross Street SE west of 20th Street SE (9-0)
• Passed Ordinance Bill No. 2-23 to annex 4650 and 4680 Hazelgreen Road NE (9-0)

Urban Renewal Agency

The Urban Renewal Agency will consider authorizing $4.5 million in unallocated McGilchrist Urban Renewal Area funds for the 22nd Street SE Realignment Project to bridge a grant gap and allow the project to go to bid. The board will also vote on reappointments to the North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board and receive an information report on administrative purchases from December 2022.

• Authorize $4,500,000 from McGilchrist URA funds for 22nd Street SE Realignment Project (Phase I)
• Reappoint applicants to the North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board
• Approve December 12, 2022 draft Urban Renewal Agency minutes
• Information report on administrative purchases from December 1-31, 2022

The Urban Renewal Agency approved the use of $4,500,000 in unallocated McGilchrist URA funds for a road realignment project. The agency also reappointed two members to the North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board.

• Authorized $4,500,000 in unallocated McGilchrist URA funds for 22nd Street SE Realignment Project
• Reappointed Jerod Martin to North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board (term expires Dec 31, 2025)
• Reappointed Scott Cantowine to North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board (term expires Dec 31, 2025)
• Approved December 12, 2022 draft minutes (9-0)

Housing Authority of the City of Salem

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem will meet to approve minutes from December 2022 and receive a project management report covering voucher lease-up, portfolio occupancy, and client statistics. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of December 12, 2022 meeting minutes
• Project management report with voucher lease-up and occupancy data
• Presentation on 'Getting to Know SHA'

The Housing Authority of the City of Salem approved the draft minutes from the December 12, 2022 meeting. The board also received a Project Management Report. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved December 12, 2022 draft minutes (8-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a draft of the 2023 Council Policy Agenda to set action priorities. They will also discuss city policies regarding persons experiencing homelessness in public spaces ahead of new state legislation.

• Update on proposed 2023 Council Policy Agenda priorities
• Review of City procedures and codes affected by HB 3115 regarding public sheltering

The City Council approved the special meeting agenda. The remainder of the meeting consisted of two work sessions regarding the 2023 Council Policy Agenda and new state rules on sheltering in public spaces; no formal decisions were recorded for these discussions.

• Approved special meeting agenda (9-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a $2,366,000 transfer from the General Fund for airport terminal renovations and 9.0 new full-time positions to support commercial air service at Salem Municipal Airport. The council will also vote on a $47,384 budget transfer to pay attorney fees from a Land Use Board of Appeals ruling, and authorize grant applications for culvert replacements to improve fish passage. New councilors and the mayor will be sworn in, and a council president will be elected.

• Resolution No. 2023-2: $2,366,000 transfer for airport terminal improvements and 9.0 FTE for commercial air service
• Resolution No. 2023-1: $47,384 transfer from General Fund contingency for LUBA attorney fee award
• Authorize application for federal Culvert Removal grant for three projects on Pringle Creek, Clark Creek, and Deerhaven Drive
• First reading of Ordinance Bill No. 1-23 to vacate Cross Street SE for Hyundai dealership parking
• Swearing-in of four city councilors, mayor, and municipal court judge; election of council president

The City Council authorized a budget transfer and the addition of 9.0 FTE positions to support commercial air service at the Salem Municipal Airport. Other actions included approving a youth fare program agreement with Cherriots and applying for federal culvert replacement grants.

• Elected Councilor Stapleton as Council President (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-1 to transfer FY 2023 budget for Land Use Board of Appeals attorney fees
• Authorized City Manager to accept FEMA Performance Grant for FY 2022/2023
• Appointed and reappointed members to nine city boards and commissions
• Authorized application for U.S. DOT grants for three culvert replacement projects
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-2 for airport staff, terminal costs, and 9.0 FTE for commercial air service (9-0)
• Authorized Intergovernmental Agreement with Cherriots for Youth Fare Program (9-0)
• Advanced Ordinance Bill No. 1-23 (Cross Street SE vacation) and No. 2-23 (Hazelgreen Road NE annexation) to second reading