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2 weeks ago

Applicant asks for more time after Metro prompts staff to relocate proposed shared-use path on Molalla Avenue master plan At a March 23 Oregon City Planning Commission hearing, staff recommended relocating a proposed shared-use path to integrate with a future apartment parcel; the applicant, Cypress Equities, said a late Metro comment prompted the change and requested a two‑week continuance. Neighbors and Metro raised safety, privacy and stormwater concerns.

A proposed redevelopment project in Oregon City is facing delays as safety concerns over a shared-use path lead the applicant to request more time for negotiations.

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1 month ago

Oregon City planning panel continues Park Place 2 hearing after hours of safety and environmental testimony The Oregon City Planning Commission continued the Park Place 2 subdivision hearing to April 13, 2026 after lengthy presentations by staff and the applicant and extended public testimony focusing on a proposed bridged sewer crossing, stormwater facilities in a natural resources overlay district and potential evacuation risks for the Park Place neighborhood.

The Oregon City Planning Commission faces intense scrutiny as they weigh the future of the Park Place 2 subdivision, with residents voicing serious concerns over safety and environmental impacts.

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1 month ago

Oregon City receives quiet-zone update; officials face $1.69 million funding gap Public works director Dana Webb told the city commission the downtown quiet-zone project would remove routine train horns at two crossings, but the latest 2026 estimate raises the project to about $4.2 million, leaving a $1.69 million shortfall the city hopes to cover with grants or urban renewal funds.

Oregon City's ambitious plan to create a downtown quiet zone faces a $1.69 million funding gap, putting the future of peaceful train crossings at risk.

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2 months ago

Oregon City staff briefs commission on short‑session bills; housing omnibus and notice‑reduction provisions draw scrutiny Community Development Director Kelly Hart presented a short‑session primer linking commission goals to bills being tracked, highlighting housing omnibus proposals that would shorten notice and reduce appeal rights and several infrastructure and economic development bills the city will monitor.

Oregon City is navigating critical legislative changes that could reshape local housing processes and public involvement in a matter of weeks!

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2 months ago

Oregon City commission advances frontage‑improvement code change and approves sidewalk‑notice update; consent agenda adopted The Oregon City Commission on Feb. 4 approved its consent agenda, advanced Ordinance 26‑1006 (first reading) to align city frontage‑improvement rules with a new state law, and adopted a minor sidewalk code notice amendment (second reading). The commission also voted to appoint a planning commission candidate.

Oregon City is reshaping its municipal code to ease the burden on small projects, allowing them to skip mandatory public frontage improvements—could this be a game changer for local development?

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2 months ago

Oregon City planning commission approves Clackamas Community College Phase 2 athletic complex with adjustments The commission voted 5-0 to approve Clackamas Community College’s Phase 2 detailed development plan, granting adjustments to allow a taller retaining wall under a proposed 3,000-seat grandstand and to permit split-face concrete block as the primary restroom facade, subject to conditions including fall protection and landscaping.

The Oregon City Planning Commission has given the green light to Clackamas Community College's ambitious Phase 2 Athletic Fields Complex, making way for a towering grandstand and a sleek new restroom facade!

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3 months ago

Oregon City commission reaffirms opposition to tolling, urges ODOT accountability amid repeal talk Facing state‑level moves to repeal parts of a transportation package, the commission voted unanimously to affirm its position that tolling language should be permanently removed from statutes and that increased ODOT accountability be central to any transportation fix.

Oregon City's commission has taken a bold stand against tolling, demanding greater accountability from ODOT while navigating potential state-level transportation reforms.

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3 months ago

Oregon City presents findings on harmful algal blooms in Clackamas Cove City water quality coordinator Marcos Kubo told the planning commission the cove’s summer isolation, sediment phosphorus release and invasive vegetation help drive cyanobacteria increases; staff recommended starting with invasive‑species removal and mechanical mixing before pursuing river‑exchange options.

Oregon City's Clackamas Cove is facing a troubling rise in harmful algal blooms, driven by phosphorus release and invasive plants—could immediate action be the key to restoring our waters?

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3 months ago

Oregon City weighs SDC deferral and tiered scaling to lower upfront housing costs City staff and consultants outlined options to defer system development charge (SDC) payments and to scale residential SDCs by square footage or bedrooms; commissioners asked staff to return with refined deferral mechanics and generally supported tiering for residential charges while keeping water charges tied to meter size.

Oregon City is exploring new ways to make housing more affordable by potentially lowering system development charges for smaller homes—could this be the change our community needs?

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3 months ago

Oregon City adopts resolution reaffirming compliance with Oregon sanctuary laws The commission unanimously adopted Resolution 25-39 affirming the city’s commitment to the safety and dignity of immigrant community members, citing Oregon sanctuary statutes and the 2021 Sanctuary Promise Act; commissioners requested the resolution be posted online and translated into Spanish.

Oregon City has taken a bold step by unanimously adopting a resolution that reinforces its commitment to the safety and dignity of its immigrant residents, aligning with state sanctuary laws.

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4 months ago

Oregon City staff report dock can support original vessels; commission OKs $20,000 repairs and to explore expanding short "stop-and-go" commercial stops to ~90‑ Oregon City staff presented a KPFF structural assessment of John Storm Dock showing the facility can support its original 60‑ft design after roughly $20,000 in repairs; commissioners directed staff to pursue a middle‑ground (~84–90 ft) stop‑and‑go commercial scenario with the Oregon State Marine Board while noting potential repayment, environmental and navigation constraints.

Oregon City's John Storm Dock is set for a $20,000 restoration to support its original vessel capacity, but plans are in motion to expand its commercial operations for larger ships—will it navigate the regulatory waters?

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4 months ago

Oregon City commissioners direct staff to draft resolution after public pleas over ICE activity Following multiple public comments urging action over recent ICE enforcement in the region, the commission voted to direct staff to draft a resolution addressing community concerns and identify next steps for possible local support measures.

Oregon City is taking a stand against recent ICE enforcement after residents voiced their fears and called for action to protect their community.

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5 months ago

Oregon City commission hears plan for new tourism organization; item to return for approval City leaders heard a presentation from Destination Oregon City, Inc.'s new executive director on a coordination and marketing plan focused on community‑based tourism. Commissioners praised early partnerships and staff said the contract will be brought to a regular meeting for formal approval.

Oregon City is set to transform its tourism landscape with a new community-driven strategy that promises to unite local stakeholders and enhance visitor experiences.

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5 months ago

Oregon City Planning Commission approves variance for McKnight property after LUBA remand The Oregon City Planning Commission voted to deny an appeal and approve variance VR 99-07 for James McKnight (161 Barkley Ave), finding the applicant's circumstances met LUBA's remanded questions under criterion C (prong 2) and criterion F; the commission directed written findings to be drafted and returned Sept. 24. The decision followed competing

The Oregon City Planning Commission has approved a significant variance for James McKnight's property, sparking a heated debate among neighbors and legal experts alike.

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5 months ago

Oregon City employees urge commission to resolve contracts, warn of staff shortages Representatives of the Oregon City Police Employees Association and AFSCME told the commission that police and city worker contracts remain unsettled, citing backlogs, vacancies and recruitment/retention challenges and asking the commission to help resolve negotiations ahead of mediation.

Oregon City employees are sounding the alarm over unresolved labor contracts and staffing shortages that could threaten public safety—will the City Commission step in to help?

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5 months ago

Clackamas Fire District updates Oregon City on levy-funded staffing, stations and wildfire readiness Clackamas Fire District told the commission it responded to 8,985 calls in Q3, is closing in on the 62 firefighter positions promised by the levy, reopened Stations 12 and 13 and added quick-response and wildland-capable apparatus that improved response times in areas serving Oregon City.

Clackamas Fire District No. 1 is ramping up its wildfire readiness with new staffing and resources, having responded to nearly 9,000 calls last quarter alone!

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5 months ago

Oregon City planning commission leaves record open, questions commissioners over Hilltop Walmart comments; deliberations set for May 12 The Oregon City Planning Commission accepted additional exhibits and public comments into the record on a proposed Walmart on Hilltop, left the record open for seven days for public response and seven days for the applicant's written argument, and set deliberations for Monday, May 12 at 6 p.m. Counsel probed two commissioners about past letters and

The Oregon City Planning Commission is diving deep into the controversial Walmart proposal for Hilltop, with public comments pouring in and intense scrutiny on commissioners' past opinions.

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5 months ago

Planning commission continues hearing on "The Cove" master plan after extensive questions on flood, slope and contamination risks The Oregon City Planning Commission kept the record open and continued the quasi‑judicial hearing on CP0805 (The Cove master plan) to Jan. 26 after staff and the applicant presented an eight‑phase development proposal that would regrade shorelines, add 224 waterfront condominiums, medical and office space, parks and an esplanade. Commissioners and,

The Oregon City Planning Commission is diving deep into "The Cove," a bold mixed-use project that promises to reshape 92 acres along Clackamas Cove with waterfront condos, parks, and innovative flood management solutions.

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5 months ago

Oregon City volunteers remove 420 tons of debris; Johnny Storm Awards honor community partners City presenters said 420 tons of garbage and recycling and 400 tires were collected in this year's cleanup; 950 vouchers were used during a new week‑long voucher extension. The commission heard the cleanup report and recognized volunteers, contractors and businesses with Johnny Storm Awards and certificates.

Oregon City volunteers made a remarkable impact by removing 420 tons of debris, while the community celebrated outstanding contributors with the prestigious Johnny Storm Awards!

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5 months ago

Oregon City planning commission approves comprehensive plan and zoning code cleanup; reverts interim farm language After extensive public testimony, the Oregon City Planning Commission on Oct. 11 approved a package of comprehensive plan, zoning‑map and code amendments, including Falcon Drive rezonings and mixed‑use downtown clarifications. The staff report — approved 5–0 — restores the citys pre‑June 18 farm‑use language as an interim measure (permitted uses,

Oregon City Planning Commission just approved crucial zoning updates that could reshape local development—find out what this means for residents and property owners!

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5 months ago

Oregon City planning commission continues comprehensive plan and zoning map review to Oct. 11 The Oregon City Planning Commission continued its review of comprehensive plan and code amendments until Oct. 11 after staff outlined map cleanups and multiple residents and property owners raised concerns about garage design standards, removal of farming as a permitted use in some residential zones, and specific rezoning impacts on downtown and un

Oregon City's Planning Commission has decided to extend its review of critical zoning changes and garage design standards, allowing more time for community input and concerns to be addressed.

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5 months ago

Oregon City commissioners urge more information before committing funds to Caring Place project At an Oct. 15 work session, Oregon City commissioners discussed the Caring Place, a multi-service facility planned at 15th and Main, raising concerns about late engagement, downtown impacts, and whether the city should offer symbolic or financial support; no formal funding decisions were made.

Oregon City commissioners are grappling with whether to provide support for the controversial Caring Place project, raising questions about its impact on downtown and the need for more information before committing funds.

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6 months ago

Oregon City Council Discusses DEI Training and Community Engagement Strategies Council prioritizes DEI initiatives and plans for community engagement in facility development.

Oregon City's recent commission meeting sparks a commitment to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion while revitalizing community facilities—what's next on their agenda?

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6 months ago

Oregon City Arts Commission reviews collaboration on Willamette Corridor public art initiative The Arts Commission discusses potential collaboration with Lake Oswego and West Linn on art projects.

Oregon City's recent work session spotlighted vital discussions on the arts, paving the way for exciting collaborations in public art along the Willamette Corridor.

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6 months ago

City Commission Approves Reimbursement Policy for Sidewalk Repair Permits Commission votes to reimburse sidewalk permit fees retroactively to May 2023 amid complaints.

Oregon City’s latest commission meeting revealed exciting updates on the courthouse project and sparked a vibrant discussion about community engagement, including commemorative bricks for residents!

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6 months ago

Oregon City Commission Approves Vacation of Right of Way Near Filbert Orchard Commission adopts first reading of ordinance vacating unimproved right of way for sewer access.

Oregon City is taking a significant step to improve public health by approving a new ordinance that grants vital sewer access to a local homeowner facing a septic crisis.

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6 months ago

Oregon City Proclaims October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Indigenous Peoples Day Mayor McGriff proclaims October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness and Indigenous Peoples Day.

Oregon City is taking a stand this October, proclaiming it as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Indigenous Peoples Day—discover how you can make a difference!

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6 months ago

City Commission Dissolves Metro Enhancement Committee to Streamline Decision-Making City Commission replaces advisory committee with direct citizen involvement in funding decisions.

Oregon City's City Council has dissolved the Metro Enhancement Committee to streamline decision-making and boost community engagement, paving the way for a more efficient governance model.

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6 months ago

Oregon City Planning Commission Discusses Code of Conduct and Light Rail Options Commissioners debate code of conduct revisions and future light rail planning discussions.

Oregon City Planning Commission is stepping up with a vital code of conduct review and a heartwarming fundraiser to support those in need this holiday season!

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6 months ago

Oregon City Urban Renewal Agency Discusses Funding and Project Plans at Work Session Planning commission explores urban renewal strategies and funding sources for local development.

Oregon City is gearing up for a transformative journey as officials unveil urban renewal strategies that could reshape the community's future!

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