Commission continues Golf Club Road annexation after residents raise flooding, notice and safety concerns The commission continued a hearing on a Brownstone Homes annexation of about 59.63 acres along Golf Club Road to Feb. 23, 2026, after residents and technical testimony raised concerns about notice, stormwater capacity, traffic safety and legal 'cherry‑stem' contiguity issues.

The future of a 59.63-acre annexation on Golf Club Road hangs in the balance as residents voice serious concerns over flooding, safety, and proper notification.

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Cherriots tells Stayton council about Route 30X ridership, vanpool subsidies and upcoming service review Cherriots (Salem Area Mass Transit District) updated the Stayton City Council on its regional routes, reported Route 30X made 12,248 rides in fiscal 2025 with roughly 25% originating in Stayton, described a vanpool subsidy of up to 50% and outlined a spring operational analysis for potential service adjustments.

Cherriots revealed that Route 30X alone facilitated over 12,000 rides last year, showcasing its vital role in connecting Stayton to Salem and beyond!

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Stayton council remands Golf Lane annexation to planning commission after state planning guidance City staff said new guidance from the Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) means an annexation of a 21‑acre Golf Lane parcel requires additional state notice; the council voted 5‑0 to remand ordinance 25‑006 to the planning commission so staff can provide the state notice and rehear the application.

Stayton City Council just voted 5-0 to send a critical annexation ordinance back to the planning commission after new state guidance requires extra notice for a key 21-acre property!

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Stayton pauses roundabout design as cost estimates climb and federal funding drops; consultant study ordered Public works staff told the council that the proposed roundabout's cost estimate has escalated to about $12.6 million, while an expected federal allocation dropped from about $4.2 million to $0.8 million. The city has put design and construction on hold and asked consultant Kittleson to study alternatives including a mini-roundabout, a signalized,或

Stayton has hit pause on its costly roundabout project after federal funding plummeted, prompting a fresh look at alternatives that could save the city millions.

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Stayton officials return from Corps meeting with cautious optimism; SEIS expected Nov. 14 City leaders said a meeting with U.S. Army Corps staff provided helpful information about planned reservoir drawdowns and the Corps' SEIS schedule; the Corps indicated a limited drawdown next year "no deeper than they've been before, which is 14 25 feet," and officials described potential mitigation options in the $2 million range to reduce local,

Stayton officials left a recent meeting with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers feeling optimistic about next year's limited reservoir drawdown and new mitigation strategies!

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Council Approves New Credit Card Processing Fee in Amendment to Fee Schedule Council votes on resolution to amend fee schedule for credit card processing fees.

Stayton City Council is considering a new credit card processing fee that could impact your wallet—what does this mean for residents?

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Councilor Discusses Proposal for New Year's Eve Fireworks Law Councilor Kerrey considers resident's request for illegal fireworks legislation by New Year's Eve.

Stayton residents are urging the city council to take action against illegal fireworks in time for a safer New Year's Eve celebration.

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Council Receives Summer Community Engagement Update and Plans Fall Activities City council discusses successful summer events and prepares for upcoming community programs.

Stayton City Council's recent meeting unveiled exciting updates on summer community engagement and upcoming fall activities, showcasing their commitment to making every resident's voice heard.

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City Council Approves 3% Credit Card Processing Fee on Payments Over $3000 Council adopts a new fee to recoup processing costs on large credit card transactions.

Stayton City Council has approved a controversial 3% fee on credit card payments over $3,000, a move that could change how residents and businesses manage their finances.

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