February 25 City Council Meeting Preview
Here are a few items on the upcoming City Council meeting agenda:
- A grant amendment for final construction payment on the Peter Courtney Bridge and authorization use of 2008 Streets and Bridges bond funds for construction improvements to Division Street adjacent to the new police station. Learn more→
- A public hearing on a Planning Commission decision to approve tree removal for a proposed 111-unit apartment complex on Wiltsey Road SE. Learn more→
- A public hearing to discuss proposed changes to the way that Systems Development Charges (SDCs) are assessed. SDCs are collected from developers when a building permit is issued and is based on the relative impact each project has on public infrastructure. SDCs are used to help fund parks, transportation, water, wastewater, and stormwater systems that are needed to serve new developments. Learn more →
- A first reading on annexation of territory located at 4945 Delton Lane NE. Learn more→
Can’t make it in person? Watch it live online. City Council meetings typically convene on the 2nd and 4th Monday of every month. Meetings start at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers, Room 240 in the Salem Civic Center.
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The Salem Community Connection Newsletter is now bi-weekly. Look for the February 25 City Council meeting summary to be posted on our Facebook page on February 26.
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Public Workshop on Multifamily Housing Design February 27
Date: Wednesday, February 27, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Location: Salem Public Library, Anderson Room, 585 Liberty Street SE
The community is invited to a public workshop on the design of multifamily housing. There will be an opportunity to provide input on ways to improve the City's housing design standards.
The workshop is part of the Multifamily Housing Design project, which seeks to update the City’s regulations on housing developments with three or more dwelling units. The project aims to help meet Salem’s housing needs by removing barriers to multifamily housing development and ensuring new development is compatible with neighborhoods. Learn more→
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2019 Annual “This Place Matters” Historic Photo Contest
Calling all shutterbugs! The Historic Landmarks Commission photo contest is back for 2019! The contest is open to amateur and professional photographers of all ages. Find out more →
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Results from Library Upgrade Design Open House
The first community Open House on the Salem Public Library renovation project took place February 19, 6-8 p.m. Fifty attendees heard a presentation on options for improving or adding to the Library's spaces and features, and shared their views on Library improvements. Participants were asked about what works well in today's Library, as well as their hopes for the library of the future. Read more→
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STRIDE Run/Walk Series
Starting in the spring, you can sign up for a monthly run/walk event. Events begin at 9 a.m. on scheduled Saturdays.
- 5k series is $5 per event.
- 10k series is $10 per event.
- Half Marathon is $13.
Register online or visit the Parks and Recreation Services office in person. Registration will also be accepted on the day of the race from 8:15-8:45 a.m. Bibs are available on race day. Strollers and dogs (on a leash) are welcome. Learn more→
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Friday Fun Fact
Find photos from Salem's history by visiting the Historic Images of Oregon online collection!
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Teens Invite Public to Share Their Soles for 6th Annual Shoe Battle
The 2019 Shoe Battle of the Schools event launched Thursday, February 14 and runs through Thursday, February 28. "Show some love. Share your soles." is the event theme for a second year in a row launching on Valentine's Day this year and welcoming nine participating high schools in the friendly competition.
High School classes and clubs form teams to collect new and gently-used shoes for local unsheltered youth, students' in-need, and young athletes. Participating schools seek to collect the greatest number of shoes with the winning campus receiving the traveling Shoe Battle trophy from the City of Salem and other prizes. Learn more→
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Join the March into Non-fiction Reading Challenge!
Readers and listeners (ages 0 - 18) are invited to take the non-fiction reading challenge. Read books from a variety of non-fiction categories in March. In April, turn in your completed reading log in exchange for a new non-fiction book to keep. Register online or at the Youth Services or Teen Services Ask Here Desks.
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February Edgewater Walking Cruise
This month, we’ll share some Edgewater love. Youth are painting rocks with inspirational messages that we will place at surrounding homes and businesses. Meet at 3 p.m. on Sunday, February 24 at West Salem Boys & Girls Club, 925 Gerth Ave NW. Afterward we’ll meet back at the club to enjoy free cocoa & cookies and conversation. All are welcome.
For more information, contact Alyssa Springstead, aspringstead@bgc-salem.org or 503-428-0285.
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Our Salem: Today
We're working on a multi-year project to update the Salem Area Comprehensive Plan, which guides development in the Salem area. The first phase, called Our Salem: Today, is analyzing the existing conditions of the City and evaluating how Salem could grow under current policies. Check the project website every two weeks for our latest polling question. See the results from our previous question.
We want your input! Take the latest survey and help us answer this question:
Which of the following options best describes Salem’s economy?
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City Council & Public Meeting Calendar
Verify meeting details with the sponsoring organization. To see all City events, including children's and family activities, please visit cityofsalem.net/calendar.
February
25
- City Council Meeting, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
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- Salem Planning Commission Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- South East Salem Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Capital Park Wesleyan Church, 410 19th ST SE
- Lansing Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Waldo Middle School, 2805 Lansing AVE NE
27
- Hearings Officer Meeting, 5:30 p.m., City Hall Community Development Department, 555 Liberty ST, RM 305
- Council Work Session, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
28
- Downtown Advisory Board Meeting, 12 p.m., 350 Commercial ST NE
- Edgewater Partnership Meeting, 12 p.m., West Salem Boys and Girls Club, 925 Gerth AVE NW
March
05
- Center 50+ Advisory Commission Meeting, 9 a.m., Lecture Hall, Center 50+, 2615 Portland RD NE
- Salem Planning Commission Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- Southwest Association of Neighbors Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Salem Heights Elementary School, 3495 Liberty RD S
- Northeast Neighbors Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Salem First Church of the Nazarene, 1550 Market ST NE
- SKATS Technical Advisory Committee; 1:30 p.m., MWVCOG Offices, 100 High St. SE, Suite 200
- Human Rights Commission; 6 p.m., Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty ST SE, Anderson Room B
06
- West Salem Redevelopment Advisory Board Meeting, 7:30 a.m., West Salem Library, 395 Glen Creek RD NW
- North Lancaster Neighborhood Association Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Scott Elementary School Media Center, 4700 Arizona AVE NE
07
- North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board Meeting, 8 a.m., Center 50+, 2615 Portland RD NE
- Grant Neighborhood Association Meeting, 6:15 p.m., Grant Community School, 725 Market ST NE
- East Lancaster Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m. Swegle Elementary, 1751 Aguilas CT NE
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- City Council Meeting, 6 p.m, Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
12
- Southeast Mill Creek Association Meeting, 10 a.m. Paradise Island Park, 3100 Turner RD SE
- Cultural Tourism and Promotion Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Anderson Room B, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty ST SE
- Northgate Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Hallman Elementary School, 4000 Deerhaven DR NE
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- Salem Public Library Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Salem Public Library Main Branch, 585 Liberty ST SE
- Citizens Advisory Traffic Commission Meeting, 6 p.m, Public Works Department, Civic Center, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 325
- Hearings Officer Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- Morningside Neighborhood Association Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Pringle Creek Community Painters Hall, 3911 Village Center DR SE
- South Central Association of Neighbors Meeting, 6:30 p.m., South Salem High School, 1910 Church ST SE
- North Neighbors Community Partnership Meeting, 11:30 a.m., location to be determined, call 503-315-8924 for more information
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- Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Anderson Room B, Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty ST SE
- South Gateway Neighborhood Association Meeting, 6:45 p.m., Battle Creek Elementary School, 1640 Waln DR SE
- Faye Wright Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Wright Elementary, 4060 Lone Oak RD SE
- Highland Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., North Neighbors Resource Center, 945 Columbia ST NE
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- City Council Work Session: Aligning Services to Available Resources, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- West Salem Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Roth’s Fresh Markets, 1130 Wallace RD NW
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- Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization Meeting, 6 p.m., First Christian Church, 685 Marion ST NE
- Salem Planning Commission Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- Northeast Neighbors Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Salem First Church of the Nazarene, 1550 Market ST NE
- North East Salem Community Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Fresh Start Market Community Center, 3020 Center ST NE
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- Historic Landmarks Commission Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- Sunnyslope Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Schirle Elementary School, 4875 Justice WAY S
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- City Council Meeting, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
26
- Lansing Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Waldo Middle School, 2805 Lansing AVE NE
- Southeast Salem Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7 p.m., Capital Park Church, 410 19th ST SE
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- Hearings Officer Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
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- Downtown Advisory Board, 12 p.m., 350 Commercial ST NE
- Edgewater Partnership, 12 p.m., Kingwood Bible, 1125 Elm ST NW
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Planning Notices and Decisions
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