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South Beach undergrounding, Phase 3: The council awarded construction to Coos Excavation Inc. The low bid was discussed in staff comments and a seven‑day protest period closed with no protests; the motion authorized the city manager to execute the contract subject to final city attorney review. The motion carried.

Agate Beach neighborhood and dog park design: The council approved Addendum No. 1 to Task Order No. 13 with HHPR, increasing the design contract by $14,600 (bringing the design contract above $100,000) to incorporate revised parking requirements tied to grant and urban renewal funding constraints. Staff said the additional design work will be funded by park system development charges and Northside Urban Renewal funds.

Recreation Center HVAC control update: Council authorized award of a goods and services contract to Macdonald‑Miller Facility Solutions to update the recreation center HVAC controls in the amount of $143,328. Staff noted the existing system dates to 1999 and that an upgraded system should improve efficiency.

Airport T‑hangar construction (FAA BIL AIP 34): The council authorized an award to JB Steel Commercial and Industrial for T‑hangar construction with a not‑to‑exceed contract amount of $1,306,034.10. Staff presented a funding breakout that included approximately $768,000 in federal funds, $64,000 in state funds and about $473,000 from airport funds held by the city; staff said these funds are not drawn from the city general fund.

Each of the above motions carried on council votes recorded in the meeting; staff noted protest periods, funding sources and the need for city attorney final review where appropriate.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","Newport - City Council - Apr 21, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","The council authorized several procurement actions: awarded South Beach Undergrounding Phase 3 to Coos Excavation, approved an HHPR addendum for Agate Beach neighborhood and dog park design, awarded a recreation center HVAC controls project, and authorized FAA/BLIP T‑hangar construction to JB Steel.","taxTitle","Newport, Lincoln County, Oregon","taxId",70327,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6574375,"Council authorizes three additional fixed‑stand vending licenses on Bayfront, directs review of application process",786,2683000,3469000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045&start=2683&end=3469","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045/thumbnail_2683000.jpg","/articles/6574375/Newport/Lincoln-County/Oregon/Council-authorizes-three-additional-fixedstand-vending-licenses-on-Bayfront-directs-review-of-application-process","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6574375-87e47ae4c2897eba3412d7e2c998ea8b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179502&Signature=XaBteYGHbthO-mAqY5ya4ukHk2EASXAZh7ul-r5irNJUQLe6sfiXYw6OCAiSOfv4tb8JneYlN5OkXax~x2KudpIWmC1k~WrGM0v8~lxnYN07FuOCveUg7UZI3JXzeCLWzY~icWp7Js7jos-g69IbNh6oPu5Q247Ez9r6FfxGvFZK-4g4XjkEMz8KbXRpeG-tsN5decnHaB5Pd-akJKDbYa~MUqAf7F-gFKXnwubhjwTW8ehzsET~0S40rIwx5J4zrqaM29n~Fj1TUZYvBdoWdGGbdIcW4JuwFdQpvh7Eb9gKt8VHsNU1lXkjue5M9AmVUJMip0S3bm7RogHkwnSaSg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Newport City Council adopted Resolution 2025‑04‑21‑001 authorizing three additional fixed‑stand vending licenses at the west end of the Bayfront Boardwalk, and separately approved a motion to hold a future work session to develop a transparent application/renewal process for those licenses.

Derek Tokos, Community Development Director, explained the municipal vending ordinance allows the council to designate where fixed‑stand vending is permitted and that the west end of the boardwalk has physical room for a total of six 10‑by‑10 vending envelopes; the existing resolution limited fixed stand vending on that west side to three licenses. \"We could do the 3 additional without any difficulty if that's what you want to do,\" Tokos said, noting most fixed‑stand permits are issued on a first‑come, first‑served basis at present.

Several councilors raised fairness and transparency concerns, saying the current practice favored vendors already familiar with the licensing process. Councilor Hall expressed that expanding without a clear application window or allocation procedure would create poor optics and asked staff to return with a recommendation for a lottery or an open application period. Councilor Romagu moved to adopt the resolution; Councilor Parker seconded. The council then approved a separate motion to schedule a work session to review vending license application and renewal procedures.

The resolution authorizes three additional annual fixed‑stand vending licenses at the specified west end Bayfront location; existing licenses remain annual and subject to municipal rules. Staff said food carts/trucks remain a separate licensing regime involving county health requirements.

Councilors asked staff to draft a simple, time‑bounded process for issuing newly authorized licenses (for example, an application window followed by a lottery), and to return to council with recommendations so that future allocations are more transparent.","The council approved a resolution adding three fixed‑stand vending licenses at the west end of the Bayfront Boardwalk, and asked staff to return with a process (lottery or application window) for future allocations after councillors raised concerns about fairness and transparency.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6574381,"Newport council sets city attorney salary range at $135,000–$165,000 after debate",670,1723000,2393000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045&start=1723&end=2393","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045/thumbnail_1723000.jpg","/articles/6574381/Newport/Lincoln-County/Oregon/Newport-council-sets-city-attorney-salary-range-at-135000165000-after-debate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6574381-b56b160e6635def38b133ff8a7b0d43c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179502&Signature=eme6PzzbtspuXr3SIsgthsivQbH5TYjCenmGHBthaFDcMtPZtYycn0KYonRgzPfOtrZ9CDtwsUifs~zatKTnCWBmj-i8ro1JwVpkAKKmnNWG0EIYhuOGNQkveDP1GR5cLxmEW8oiDnRXwRbYw5SodKCNh1sLSspKuKCBV~YmA9gBiOX74X-G3SrXNIjAW3SZFeXsZTzSdZbzgdhYQdZe6zi5Xg~jI3197s4RkEDzHRzvDzIS6XSt~t~hsEh5HCikGOJHMNIC~ELusKgzXdoclA7raC1i72vS2CbL~zz97nFuN4KMnLx9oDbQeSlQRr7fF0KS0E65BnCLvrshVTbfVA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Newport City Council approved a salary range of $135,000 to $165,000 per year for recruitment of an in‑house city attorney, after members debated whether a higher or lower range would best attract qualified candidates while respecting the city budget.

City Manager Nina Vetter told the council that the HR director prepared the recommended range based on recent market research and that the recruiting firm needed a salary range to advertise the position. An earlier motion to advertise a monthly range ($9,750 to $12,000) was withdrawn while councillors discussed competitiveness.

Councilor Jacoby moved and Councilor Hall seconded a motion to set the annual range to $135,000–$165,000. Advocates for the higher range argued Newport’s profile, visitor economy and the breadth of municipal services (airport, water, fire and police) justify a competitive top end. Other councilors said public‑service orientation and budget constraints weighed toward the lower range; one councilor noted the range is a maximum and does not require hiring at the top.

The motion passed on a voice vote; no roll call was recorded. Councilmembers also adjusted the interview schedule: advertising will be delayed about one week and in‑person finalist interviews were tentatively moved to June 23 (originally June 16), with the caveat the city can schedule a special meeting to confirm an appointment if needed between the interview date and the next regular council meeting.","After debate about competitiveness and fiscal prudence, the council approved a $135,000 to $165,000 annual salary range for a new in‑house city attorney; staff must use the range to advertise the position and the council agreed to schedule interviews in late June.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6574382,"Newport provides update on Big Creek dam replacement, ongoing seepage repairs and funding work",942,736000,1678000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045&start=736&end=1678","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045/thumbnail_736000.jpg","/articles/6574382/Newport/Lincoln-County/Oregon/Newport-provides-update-on-Big-Creek-dam-replacement-ongoing-seepage-repairs-and-funding-work","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6574382-ec2048a83d7ccb0c16818fffa0f306ac/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179502&Signature=SB3BYf0pXOm5-xGABh5D865AbWq~-6ralAe4WSJcoiUgAD8LB8KCKJS7a8--zYljS10IfK~LOhW3ukZtqix3mLx1BAEogkWw~0C2EQB~i3W927kgHQEFG2uC4JytJBN5UR0-uBUajpYylr2uQA9QBTIrBOvxZ-41shWs~GskAnpygKDzCOmKdlij6KXLMY0svf3I8kn~d3F~aRwQ9MKynz6aEmK5G-smIU~hn5rb5Db8hICcECBbb5rFI8iQi2j9qqA2Aq41tQExV7CI71kH1xEHPEzPQgndf7tDY8VBdgL2FQPrJusDpfjJFxeHy56PxVcCmtLE9iPSOER8~BTrnw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City Manager Nina Vetter and City Engineer Chris Beatty briefed the Newport City Council on the status of the Big Creek dam replacement program, describing both long‑term replacement planning and near‑term seepage repairs at Big Creek Dam No. 2.

Vetter summarized the history: the city’s two earthen Big Creek dams (one built in 1951 and the other in 1968) were identified in 2011 as having soils at the dam base that are subject to liquefaction in a seismic event. \"That means in a seismic event, [it] would likely create significant damage and potential loss of life,\" she said. Engineers subsequently evaluated alternatives and the city moved forward with design for a roller‑compacted concrete dam; the design is currently at about 30 percent and the design work is funded by state dollars.

The city has engaged the firm Stantec to prepare a funding strategy and implementation plan; Vetter said the funding work is expected to take about four to six months and is meant to outline possible mixes of local, state and federal funding and an implementation timeline.

Beatty described an active seepage issue at Big Creek Dam No. 2 involving a 90‑inch corrugated metal spillway/underdrain that has corroded in places. He said OWRD (Oregon Water Resources Department) inspections in 2018 and 2019 identified corrosion and that inspections in July 2024 still showed seepage. \"Internal erosion, if left unmitigated, could result in catastrophic failure of the dam,\" Beatty said. The city contracted Jacobs Engineering and James Fowler Company for emergency repairs in 2022 that included grouting and installing hydraulic pressure relief drains; those repairs reduced seepage but further analysis and likely lining of the pipe remain under study.

Beatty said Jacobs is preparing an alternatives analysis that will evaluate measures such as lining the 90‑inch pipe and investigating the 30‑inch underdrain for potential issues.

Councilors asked about potential changes in storage volume if a concrete dam is built. The presenters said some replacement types could impound more water, but storage requirements must be balanced with in‑stream flow requirements being discussed with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife; those flows will influence ultimate storage needs and project sizing.

Vetter said HDR Engineering will present the 30 percent design at a June 16 work session and the council will receive follow‑up briefings on seepage remediation progress, the alternatives analysis and the Stantec funding plan.","City staff briefed the council on the long-running Big Creek dam safety issue, current 30% design for a roller‑compacted concrete replacement, state‑funded design work, a new funding study by Stantec and ongoing seepage repairs at Dam No. 2.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6574387,"Newport council adopts zoning change to allow medium-density multifamily on three tax lots",565,146000,711000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045&start=146&end=711","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3081451-e711d5ff16088f1c41d4909f7e7c5045/thumbnail_146000.jpg","/articles/6574387/Newport/Lincoln-County/Oregon/Newport-council-adopts-zoning-change-to-allow-medium-density-multifamily-on-three-tax-lots","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6574387-fd20847cbf5b5edda21873f0e950cb1b/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179502&Signature=KW3E2p29cAjJPPE-ufIpVQSjY3OAwgqkaw76PORwtKPGRBAOnuQ4GdOuTHOVlkwVr7maGptP1JoF1aDE~dZJChMgI8RzvD3ZkL-GaQomR6Ug8IEeOB3fy75rayS5KeoGugCiOtzkyqoB-ZOyNvez56-IPQNKVMezNjo~wLLMEU9P-rys8tX-8cOAPFgXrzigo3dsduhFykQKXkN1dfUw3dsUtGn6E8pItBh5ZeE02YbqAcaPUgrn036LkFYiRGkHJMgqhfqCHS92iN6skud8C~jXXcbKQwoRlxSVsaZr4az5V8soKNiTCFp4~t1VBrat2N3PArVr2EGPX~P2fXZ6rw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Newport City Council voted unanimously to adopt Ordinance 2025-01, amending the city comprehensive plan map from low-density residential to high-density residential and changing zoning from R‑1/R‑2 to R‑3 for real property identified as tax lots 00500 and 00501 on tax map 11‑11‑05‑DA and tax lot 01700 on tax map 11‑11‑04‑CC.

Derek Tokos, the city’s Community Development Director, told the council the applicant owns about 1.48 acres that abuts nearly 50 acres already zoned R‑3 and that utilities and neighborhood context support the change. \"The materials I provided demonstrate, I think with the findings that are included in the ordinance, that they've met the burden and that this request should be approved,\" Tokos said.

The planning commission had recommended approval after a public hearing. Tokos said the site’s terrain and utility-extension needs make a higher unit count more likely to make a project financially viable; the applicants have discussed at least one proposed fourplex. He also said the site will connect to Seventh Street, a neighborhood collector sized to handle modest additional traffic and included that the city’s Safe Routes project under design should improve pedestrian and bicycle crossings at the intersection.

Councillor Hall asked staff to confirm existing surface types and whether the proposal was strictly limited to four units; Tokos answered the final unit count would depend on layout and utility solutions. No members of the public testified during the hearing.

A voice vote was followed by a roll call: Councilor Eamonn, Councilor Romagu, Mayor Kaplan, Councilor Hall, Councilor Parker and Councilor Jacoby voted aye; Councilor Hickman was excused. The motion carried and the ordinance was adopted.

The ordinance changes the comprehensive plan designation and zoning for the listed tax lots from single‑family residential classifications to R‑3 (medium‑density multifamily), allowing a broader range of housing types pending site‑level permitting and design review. Staff noted the change adds scarce high‑density acreage in the city’s housing inventory and does not require immediate utility upsizing or a transportation reclassification under the statewide transportation planning rule due to the limited projected traffic impact.

Council minutes show no additional conditions attached to approval; future site‑level development permits will need to address final unit counts, utility extensions, grading and site design.","The Newport City Council voted to amend the comprehensive plan and zoning maps to re-designate about 1.48 acres from low/medium-density single-family to medium-density multifamily (R‑3), a move applicants and staff say will enable at least one fourplex and add high-density acreage to the neighborhood.","actionData","errors"]

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