City Council Meeting Summary
Here’s a few highlights from the June 24 City Council meeting. Watch the meeting in the link above:
- Council adopted the 2019-2020 budget, which begins Monday, July 1. They also adopted the 2020-2024 Capital Improvement Plan, which helps prioritize funding for City projects.
- The Mayor made a motion to direct staff to review what other cities are doing to preserve the affordability and long-term stability of mobile home parks and return to the City Council with a recommendation. Council approved the motion.
- In an important step toward long-term protection of Salem’s drinking water, the City Council approved the contracting method for construction of the ozone treatment at the Geren Island Water Treatment Facility. Known as Construction Manager/General Contracting (CMGC) this method brings the owner, designer and contractor together at the beginning of the project and significantly increases project success as measured by cost and schedule.
- Council voted to hold a public hearing on a Planning Administrator decision regarding a proposed 34-lot subdivision located on the 500 to 600 blocks of Salem Heights Avenue.
The next Salem City Council meeting will be held on July 8. See City Council meeting agendas.
Salem City Council meetings typically occur on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month. Meetings start at 6 p.m. and are held in Council Chambers, 555 Liberty Street SE, RM 240. Meeting agendas are typically posted the Thursday afternoon prior to the scheduled meeting. Meetings are free and open to the public. All meetings are streamed live on the City of Salem Facebook Page, and Capital Community Television YouTube channel.
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Salem Drinking Water Update
Salem’s water remains clean and safe to drink. Our treatment continues to work. Because cyanotoxins are still present in the raw, untreated river water coming down from the North Santiam watershed, we are drawing water samples and testing water seven days a week. We are reporting test results 24 hours from drawing the water sample. Test results are posted on our website.
The location where the raw, untreated river water goes into our water treatment facility is called Middle Intake. The location where the cleaned and treated water leaves the drinking water treatment system and is sent to your homes and businesses is called Aldersgate. Our testing at Aldersgate shows that the water remains clean and safe to drink. If this changes we will let you know through our community alert system, the media, and our social media, including our Facebook page. And, if we are in a health advisory, you can expect to see us reporting daily results in social media and on our website.
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Friday Fun Fact
One of those facilities is Pringle Community Hall. It is a great indoor venue for parties and events for larger groups. It can accommodate up to 228 people, and includes a full kitchen. Go here to book it for your next event→
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Community Invited to Free Fireworks Show in Riverfront Park July 4
On Thursday, July 4, at approximately 10 p.m., a volley of crackling lights will streak upwards, illuminating the night sky above Riverfront Park and mark the start of Salem's annual fireworks show. Held in Riverfront Park, the City's dazzling pyrotechnic display has delighted fireworks watchers of all ages since 2014. Learn more→
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Fireworks Safety Reminder from Salem Fire Department
The City of Salem Fire Department wants Salem residents to have a fun and enjoyable Independence Day celebration by ensuring safe practices and legal use of consumer fireworks. They remind everyone to protect their family and property from fires and injuries by practicing the "Four BEs" of fireworks safety. Learn more→
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2019 Independence Day Holiday Closures
The Salem Public Library and some City offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2019. All offices will reopen at normal business hours on Friday, July 5. These include:
All emergency services and the 24-hour Public Works line (503‑588‑6311) will be available without interruption. We will be also working through the holiday to protect Salem's drinking water.
For more information or to confirm hours of operation for a specific office, please use the City of Salem directory to contact the office directly.
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What You Should Know About the City of Salem 2020 Budget
On June 24, 2019, the Salem City Council adopted the 2019-20 budget. The budget goes into effect July 1, 2019.
While the City of Salem is in good fiscal health overall for a $632 million enterprise, it faces some challenges. The challenges are most severe in the City's General Fund. Learn more →
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Eagle's View Interim Park Improvements and Master Plan
Eagle's View Park is undergoing planning for interim improvements. Implementation of the improvements is scheduled for summer 2019. These improvements include adding a soft trail, picnic tables, pet-waste bag dispensers, and trash receptacles. Stay tuned for more information in Winter 2019-20 as the City invites the neighborhood for input for your vision of the park during the master planning process to develop Eagle's View Park. Learn more→
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Teens Invited to Sign Up for Teen Talent Showcase Audition
Come share your talent! Middle and high school-aged singers, musicians, magicians, dancers, spoken word artists, jugglers, acrobats, and more will shine in the Night of 1,000 Stars: Teen Talent Showcase, scheduled for 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, August 1, in Loucks Auditorium at Salem Public Library, 585 Liberty St. SE. The show is free to watch on a first-come, first-seated basis.
Performances are by audition. Live auditions are by appointment on Saturday, July 13, and Tuesday, July 16, at Salem Public Library. Schedule an audition at the Teen Scene Ask Here Desk, 503-588-6315, or by email. We also take virtual auditions (links to YouTube, Facebook, or other videos of the contestant performing). These can be sent through Tuesday, July 16, to Sonja Somerville. Learn more→
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City Manager's Update
Salem City Manager, Steve Powers, sends periodic updates to the City Council. Those updates are now available on the City website.
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Protect What Matters – Get Salem Community Alerts
Sign up to receive personalized, timely alerts about emergencies in Salem that might affect your family, home, and work. You can choose how to receive messages: text message, email, phone call, or any combination.
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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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- Center 50+ Advisory Commission Meeting, 9:00 a.m., Lecture Hall, Center 50+, 2615 Portland RD NE
- Human Rights Commission, 6:00 p.m., Mayor/City Manager’s Office Conference Room, City Hall, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 220
- Northeast Neighbors (NEN) Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Englewood Park, 1290 19th ST NE
- Southwest Association of Neighbors (SWAN) Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Salem Heights Elementary School, 3495 Liberty RD S
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- North Lancaster Neighborhood Association (NOLA) Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Scott Elementary School, 4700 Arizona AVE NE
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- Independence Day - Some City Offices Closed
- CANCELLED–North Gateway Redevelopment Advisory Board Meeting, 8:00 a.m., Center 50+, 2615 Portland RD NE
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- Urban Renewal Agency Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- City Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
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- SKATS Technical Advisory Committee, 1:30 p.m., MWVCOG Offices, 100 High St. SE, Suite 200
- Salem Cultural and Tourism Promotion Advisory Board Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Deepwood Museum & Gardens, 1116 Mission ST SE
- Salem Planning Commission, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE RM 240
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- CANCELLED – North Neighbors Community Partnership Meeting, 11:30 a.m.
- Salem Public Library Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Salem Public Library Main Branch, 585 Liberty ST SE
- Hearings Officer Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST, RM 240
- Citizens Advisory Traffic Commission Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Public Works Department, Civic Center, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 325
- South Central Association of Neighbors (SCAN), 6:30 p.m., Pringle Community Hall, 606 Church ST SE
- Morningside Neighborhood Association Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Pringle Creek Community Painters Hall, 3911 Village Center DR SE
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- Salem Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Traffic Control Conference Room, Civic Center, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 325
- South Gateway Neighborhood Association Meeting, 6:45 p.m., Battle Creek Elementary School, 1640 Waln DR SE
- Faye Wright Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Woodmansee Park, 4629 Sunnyside RD SE
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- Council Work Session, 6:00 p.m., Salem Library, Anderson Rooms, 585 Liberty ST SE
- West Salem Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Roth’s West, 1130 Wallace RD NW
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- South Salem Connect, 12:00 p.m., Westminster Presbyterian, 3737 Liberty RD S
- Central Area Neighborhood Development Organization (CAN-DO) Meeting, 6:00 p.m., First Christian Church, 685 Marion ST NE
- Northeast Neighbors (NEN) Meeting, 6:30 p.m., Salem First Church of the Nazarene, 1550 Market ST NE
- Northeast Salem Community Association (NESCA) Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Fresh Start Market, 3020 Center ST NE
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- Community and Partners of East Salem (CaPES) Meeting, 11:00 a.m., Goodwill, 3535 Lancaster DR NE
- Historic Landmarks Commission (HLC) Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers 555 Liberty ST, RM 240
- Northgate Neighborhood Association Meeting 6:00 p.m., Cornerstone Apartments, 2540 Rose Garden ST NE
- Sunnyslope Neighborhood Association Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Schirle Elementary School, 4875 Justice WAY S
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- Urban Renewal Agency Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Council Chambers 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
- City Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
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- SKATS Policy Committee Meeting, 12:00 p.m., MWVCOG Offices, 100 High ST SE, Suite 200
- Lansing Neighborhood Association Annual Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Capital Baptist Church, 3000 Lansing AVE NE
- South East Salem Neighborhood Association (SESNA) Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Aldrich Park, 1550 Mill ST SE
- Salem Planning Commission Meeting, 5:30 p.m., Council Chambers, 555 Liberty ST SE, RM 240
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- Hearings Officer Meeting, 5:30 p.m., City Hall Community Development Department, 555 Liberty ST, RM 305
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- Edgewater Partners, 12:00 pm, Kingwood Bible Church, 1125 Elm ST NW
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Planning Notices and Decisions
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