March 11 City Council Meeting Preview
Here are a few items on the upcoming City Council meeting agenda:
- The Salem Parks Foundation will present a donation for the McKay Park playground.
- A vote to allow the City Manager to apply for and accept an Oregon Parks and Recreation Department Local Government grant to provide funding assistance for a new restroom facility at the north end of Riverfront Park. Staff report →
- Council will decided on a tree variance for proposed development of a 111-unit apartment complex on Wiltsey Road SE and Candy Flower Court SE following a public hearing on February 25. Staff report →
- A Second Reading on annexation of property located at 4945 Delton Lane NE. Staff report →
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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Find past City Council meeting agendas
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The Salem Community Connection Newsletter is now bi-weekly. Look for the March 11 City Council meeting summary to be posted on our Facebook page on March 12.
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Start the Habit: Bring Your Bag
Beginning April 1, 2019, large retailers in Salem, Oregon, will no longer provide plastic carryout bags at checkout. Shoppers will need to bring their own reusable bag or purchase a paper bag for five cents. Learn more → |
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Upcoming Annual Workshop for Landlords
Attention rental property owners, property managers, onsite resident managers! Save April 17 and 18, 2019, for the next Salem Police Department Landlord Training. The workshop has a two-day format (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day) designed to teach participants how to reduce crime in and around rental properties, as well as how to establish and maintain a stable rental environment. Learn more→
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Friday Fun Fact
The 751-acre airport is home to more than 130 aircraft hangars and businesses, as well as the Oregon National Guard’s Army Aviation Support Facility. Learn more→
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Building Permits are Going 100 Percent Digital April 1
Starting April 1, all building plans must be submitted electronically to the City. That means paper plans for new buildings, remodels, and other construction projects will no longer be accepted. Learn more→
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Salem Economy Stable, Needs More Variety
Salem's economy is considered to be mostly stable. That is according to the results of the latest Our Salem survey question. Half of respondents chose that the economy is "very stable, but lacks variety in business and job opportunities." This sentiment was echoed in several respondent comments, which describe the large presence of government jobs and a lesser variety in private sector economic opportunities. Learn more→
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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.
We want your input! Take the latest survey and help us answer this question:
How well does the Salem community protect the natural environment?
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March Edgewater Walking Cruise
On this month's walk, visit five Edgewater Little Free Libraries all in a 1.5 mile loop. These are cabinet-sized libraries where anyone can take or leave a book any time. Feel free to bring books to share if you like. Meet at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, at Urban Grange Coffee, 1594 Edgewater Street NW. Back at Urban Grange, enjoy a free coffee and conversation. All are welcome.
For more information, contact Dwayne Hilty at 971-720-8300 or Dwayne@SalemLF.org.
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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, 555 Liberty Street SE, RM 325 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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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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We're Hiring!
Here are a few positions for which we are currently recruiting:
See all current openings→
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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.
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- City Council Meeting, 6 p.m, Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
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- 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
- South Salem Connect, 12 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian, 3737 Liberty RD S
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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
- Community and Partners of East Salem, 11 a.m., Goodwill, 3535 Lancaster DR NE
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- Urban Renewal Agency Meeting, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- City Council Meeting, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
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- 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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